Florida had the lowest national nursing exam pass rate in 2024
A new study shows some troubling news for aspiring nurses in Florida. The Florida Center for Nursing found that, in 2024, Florida had the county’s lowest passing rate on the…
New partnership to field 911 mental-health calls
The Crisis Center of Tampa Bay and Tampa Police Department announced a new program that will send certain mental health calls to intervention professionals. Starting in the summer, 911 will…
Clearing the air: Expert strategies to conquer Florida’s pollen invasion
Florida residents are facing a tough season as pollen counts soar to unprecedented levels. According to Dr. Richard Lockey oak tree pollen is the primary culprit behind allergy flare-ups from…
FDA warns consumers about over-the-counter Eyedrops
The FDA is warning consumers to not purchase certain over-the-counter eye drops. There are 27 types of eyedrops to stay avoid. The suppliers include Target’s Up & Up, CVS Health,…
Local PKU event spreads awareness
The Central Florida PKU organization hosted a meet-up event in Wesley Chapel to connect people who suffer from Phenylketonuria. PKU is a genetic disorder that affects how the body processes…
Hillsborough Air Quality Alert Issued
If you stepped outside today, you are probably wondering why the Tampa Bay skies are so hazy. The National Weather Service issued an air quality alert this morning for Hillsborough…