Hospital Capacity In The New Port Richey Area: See Latest Numbers

New data provided by the federal government shows which hospitals are closest to capacity in the New Port Richey area.

All Vaccinations In Pasco Claimed; Residents Frustrated

Seniors are frustrated with the registration process and the fact that vaccines are going to non-residents.

Limited Number Of Vaccines To Be Distributed Friday At St. Leo U

This week, the Department of Health-Pasco was allocated 500 doses of COVID-19 vaccine to be administered at Saint Leo University.

Here's How Close New Port Richey Area Hospitals Are To Capacity

New federal government data shows which hospitals are nearing capacity in the New Port Richey area.

Patience Urged As Pasco Awaits Delivery Of More Doses Of Vaccine

In the past seven days, 1,692 Pasco County residents have tested positive for the coronavirus.

Pasco Health Officials Says Latest Coronavirus Numbers Alarming

Mike Napier said the county went from eight to 10 positive cases a day in June and July to nearly 300 cases a day.

​Pasco County To Open Cold Weather Shelters Tuesday

The National Weather Service forecasts low temperatures of near 40 degrees in Pascco County early Wednesday.​

Coronavirus Spread In Pasco County: See Your Risk Of Exposure

Holiday celebrations could be risky this year. Here are the odds of being exposed to coronavirus at an event in Pasco County.

Don't Skip Lifesaving Breast Cancer Screenings In FL

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, a reminder to schedule mammography and other lifesaving screenings.

Pasco County To Offer Free Rapid HIV, Hep C Testing

The Florida Department of Health in Pasco County is offering free rapid HIV and hepatitis C testing on Wednesdays and Thursdays.

Coronavirus Increases Hunger: Find A Food Bank In Pasco County

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

Senior Living Community Supports Family During COVID-19, Loss

Local resident Michele Moore found support from The Watermark at Trinity at the passing of her mother during the COVID-19 pandemic

No Swim Advisories Issues For 3 Pasco County Beaches

No swim advisories have been issued for Robert J. Strickland Beach, Gulf Harbors Beach and Anclote River Park Beach.

Morton Plant North Bay Brings Robotic Surgery Option To Pasco Community

Morton Plant North Bay Hospital has expanded its surgical services to the community with the acquisition of the da Vinci XI Surgical System.

DOH-Pasco Partners With Premier Community HealthCare Group

The partnership will provide dental services at the existing locations previously operated by the health department.

Pasco Health Department To Change Coronavirus Testing Location

The Florida Department of Health in Pasco County and BayCare Health System are relocating their coronavirus drive-thru testing site.

Swimming Advisories Lifted During Last Scallop-Harvesting Weekend

Just as the final weekend of bay scallop season gets underway, water quality advisories have been lifted on four Pasco County beaches.

Pasco County Requiring Face Masks Indoors Effective Immediately

Pasco County Administrator Dan Biles has issued an executive order requiring everyone in Pasco County to use face coverings while indoors.

17-Year-Old Pasco Boy Youngest In Florida To Die Of Coronavirus

Bucs, Yankees, Phillies, Lightning report players and staff testing positive for the coronavirus in Tampa Bay.

State Announces Pilot Coronavirus Testing At Home Depot, Publix

The state announced that three coronavirus testing sites have been created through a partnership with Home Depot and Quest Diagnostics.

Swimming Advisory Posted For Strickland Beach Due To Bacteria

On Thursday, the Pasco Florida Department of Health has issued a Temporary Swim Advisory for Robert J. Strickland Memorial Park Beach.

Pasco Health Department Confirms 14,400 Coronavirus Tests

As of June 1, there have been 388 positive cases of coronavirus in Pasco County. Of those 76 were hospitalized and 13 have died.

Applications Open For Pasco Small Business PPE Reimbursement

The program helps reimburse small businesses in Pasco County up to $1,000 for the cost of already purchased Personal Protective Equipment.

Pasco Coronavirus Update: What You Need To Know

​A 64-year-old Pasco County man diagnosed with coronavirus died on Saturday, April 25, the fourth resident to succumb to the virus.

Pasco To Reopen Sunwest Park To Existing Annual Pass Holders

Pasco County Parks, Recreation and Natural Resources will reopen Sunwest Park to existing annual pass holders only beginning Saturday.

Pasco County Coronavirus Update: What You Need To Know

Land O' Lakes and Wesley Chapel lead county in the number of coronavirus cases.

Pasco Coronavirus Update: Fire Rescue Team Member Tests Positive

This is the first Pasco County government employee to test positive.

Pasco County Coronavirus Update: What You Need To Know

As of Wednesday morning, the Florida Department of Health reported 43 positive cases in Pasco County.

2nd Pasco County Resident Dies Of Coronavirus

The Department of Health Pasco County reported that a 67-year-old Pasco County resident died on Friday.

Pasco County Closes Public Beaches

Pasco County will close the beaches at county parks beginning Friday, March 20 at 8 p.m.

2 Test Positive For Coronavirus In Pasco County; 136 Statewide

Pasco County commissioners have issued a local state of emergency.

Pasco To Offer Free HIV, Hepatitis C Testing In March

Free rapid HIV and hepatitis C testing will be available at several locations in March.

Sheriff Employs Lovable Pit Bull Mix As Mental Health Therapy K-9

The big, friendly pit bull mix is specially trained to help people during a mental health crisis.

PatientCare Acquires MedFleet Ambulance, Expanding its Presence

MedFleet expands PatientCare's footprint in the Southeastern United States

Boil Water Notice Issued For Parts Of Port Richey

On Monday, the City of Port Richey has issued a boil water notice due to distribution system upgrades.

High Level Of Fecal Matter Found In Water Of Gulf Harbors Beach

A water quality advisory for Gulf Harbors Beach was issued after sampling indicated a high level of fecal matter.

Excessive Level Of Fecal Bacteria Found At Anclote River Park

The Florida Department of Health in Pasco County has issued a water quality advisory for Anclote River Park Beach.

Pinellas, Pasco Counties Lead State In Hepatitis A Cases

The Florida Departments of Health in Pasco and Pinellas Counties are teaming up to offer free hepatitis A vaccines to adults Aug. 17.

VA Breaks Ground On New Port Richey, Zephyrhills Facilities

The veterans clinics will serve east and west Pasco County.

18 Floridians Dead After Contracting Hepatitis A

A Pinellas County restaurant worker has tested positive for hepatitis A, which has now killed 18 Floridians.