Morton Plant Hospital Comprehensive Breast Center Earns 3-Year Reaccreditation

It's now the only NAPBC-accredited breast center in Pinellas County and one of just 18 in the state of Florida.

Lumicell Inc. Selects BayCare For Pivotal Breast Cancer Clinical Trial

BayCare’s Comprehensive Breast Center is the only one in Florida currently using the Lumicell Imaging System and one of the few in the U.S.

Say 'Boo' To The Flu With A Vaccine At No Cost To YOu

The health department will offer the flu vaccines on three dates and locations in October.

Pinellas Nonprofits Awarded $2.6M For Coronavirus Mental Health

Funds from Pinellas Community Foundation help nonprofits expand programs to reach thousands suffering behavioral health effects of pandemic

Despite Critics, Pinellas Commission Upholds Mandatory Mask Order

Pinellas County commissioners sat through more than three hours of sometimes-hostile public comment regarding the county's face mask order.

Meals On Wheels For Kids Seeks Volunteer Drivers

The program relies on 125 volunteers each week to help deliver frozen prepared meals, fresh produce and shelf stable food to children.

Coronavirus Increases Hunger: Find A Food Bank In Pinellas County

The coronavirus sent millions of Americans into an economic tailspin that's being felt at the dinner table.

Dr. Jeffrey N. Bott Joins Baycare Medical Group

The board-certified cardiothoracic surgeon is affiliated with Morton Plant and St. Anthony’s hospitals.

Pinellas Board Of County Commissioners Extends State Of Local Emergency Through Sept. 4

The Pinellas County Board of County Commissioners extended its State of Local Emergency declaration for COVID-19 through Sept. 4.

Coronavirus Testing In North Greenwood Canceled Aug. 22

Due to Tropical Storm Laura, the pop-up testing event at the Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Center was canceleled.

Morton Plant Hospital's Structural Heart Clinic Adapts To Serve Patients During Pandemic

A telemedicine healthcare app can be downloaded to a smartphone or tablet.

Journalist Covering Trump Visit To Tampa Positive For Coronavirus

A member of the press who covered President Donald Trump's visit to Tampa on Friday has tested positive for the coronavirus.

Pinellas To Open Coronavirus Facility To Free Up Hospital Beds

"We have numbers hospitalized right now that are the highest we've seen," said Dr. Angus Jameson.

Pinellas Releases Draft Back-To-School Plan, Mandates Masks

Along with #2 pencils and three-ring binders, Pinellas County students can add face masks to their lists of back-to-school supplies.

BayCare To Pause Some Non-Urgent Surgeries In Pinellas County

The plan is to increase bed capacity for COVID patients.

Two Beachgoers Struck By Lightning At Clearwater Beach Sunday

Two people are recovering after they were struck by lightning at Clearwater Beach Sunday afternoon, according to police.

Pinellas County Opens Additional Free Masks Sites Due To Demand

Free face masks are available for residents following the passage of a countywide ordinance Tuesday requiring face coverings.

Pinellas County Mask Mandate Goes Into Effect 5 p.m. Wednesday

Under the new order, effective at 5 p.m. Wednesday, people will be required to wear face coverings in bars, grocery stores and restaurants.

More Deputies, Inmates At Pinellas Jail Have Coronavirus

The Pinellas County Jail has had additional employees and inmates test positive for coronavirus, and that number could grow pending results.

Pinellas Offers Free Coronavirus Testing For All Residents

Community Health Centers of Pinellas is offering the coronavirus tests without restrictions at three testing sites.

Salvation Army Provides Drive-Thru Food Sites In Pinellas

The Salvation Army in Pinellas County has significantly stepped up to help the most vulnerable populations during the coronavirus.

Tampa Bay Doctors Turn To Telemedicine During Coronavirus Crisis

Health care professionals are finding creative ways to serve their patients during the new coronavirus pandemic.

​Pinellas Detention Deputy Tests Positive For Coronavirus

On Saturday, April 4, the Pinellas County Sheriff's Office learned that a detention deputy tested positive for the coronavirus.

Cities Combine Resources To Create Coronavirus Response Unit

On Monday, the cities of Clearwater, Largo and Safety Harbor put a specialized coronavirus response unit into service.

Most Clearwater Parks, Dog Parks Remain Open

Many of the parks and dog parks in the City of Clearwater remain open as of now under Pinellas County's Safer-at-Home order now in effect.

Coronavirus: All Pinellas County Beaches To Close Friday Night

The county also approved a resolution asking the state to temporarily close Honeymoon Island State Park including Caladesi Island.

Clearwater COVID-19 Update: Closures, City Facility Changes

"The city of Clearwater would like to provide you with the following updates concerning the operation of various city facilities."

Coronavirus: City Of Clearwater Issues COVID-19 Update (March 17)

"The city of Clearwater knows you have concerns about how we will continue to provide necessary city services to you."

Marathoner Hits Road To Raise Funds For Police Officers' Families

On Tuesday, a German police officer ended his cross-state run in Clearwater Beach to raise funds for the families of police officers.

Lifeguards Honored For Saving Life Of Man Who Trained Them

Five Clearwater lifeguards were presented the American Red Cross Lifesaving Award after saving the life of the man who trained them.

Regymen Fitness Opens 1st Tampa Bay Studio In Clearwater

Fast-growing boutique fitness studio concept Regymen Fitness​ is expanding with the opening of a Clearwater studio.

First Watch Sarasota Half Marathon, Relay & 10K adds 5K race

The race has also formed a new local charity partnership with Girls on the Run Greater Tampa Bay

Health Officials Say Tampa Bay At Center Of Hepatitis A Outbreak

The Florida Department of Health said Florida is now in the midst of an outbreak that's concentrated in Tampa Bay.

Local man inspires others on his journey to walk

Andrew Brettner is inspiring the community with his fitness journey

Spring Cleaning: A Tidier Home Brings Added Health Benefits

Embrace the Japanese idea of Mottainai, declutter your home by thinking about what you need, use and brings you joy

UMA Clearwater Hosting Holistic Health Fair

The fair will focus on how a holistic, healthy lifestyle is achievable at any budget

Spring Clean Your Diet

Whittle Away Calories - A Little Here and There

Don’t Let Winter Weather Get in the Way of Your Workout

Gyms are good alternatives, but heading outdoors provides added benefits

Ultimate Medical Academy Named Nonprofit of the Year

Ultimate Medical Academy received the 2019 Large Not-For-Profit Business of the Year Award from the Clearwater Regional Chamber of Commerce.

Is Binge-Watching TV Affecting Your Health?

Tips on how to combat negative impacts while still getting your series fix