Water Quality Advisory Issued At Sarasota Beach: FL Health Officials

FL health officials have issued a water quality health advisory after elevated bacteria levels were found in the water at a Sarasota beach.

This Is The Top-Ranked Hospital In Sarasota-Bradenton: U.S. News

U.S. News and World Report ranked the top hospitals nationwide and in FL, as well as the best hospital system in Sarasota-Bradenton.

Rabies Advisory Issued In Sarasota County After Raccoon Tests Positive

After a raccoon tested positive for rabies in Sarasota County, a health advisory was issued, FL health officials said.

Lettuce Sold In FL Provided 'False Positive' For Parasite, FDA Says

The FDA said it made a mistake during testing, wrongly tying a Cyclospora outbreak to lettuce sold in Florida, other states.

More Kids Are Drowning, Pediatricians Warn: What To Know In FL

More children in FL and the U.S. have been drowning in recent years. Here’s what you need to know.

Arsenic Found In 28 Candy Products Tested By FL Health Officials

Testing by the Florida Department of Health found elevated levels of arsenic in 28 popular candy brands.

Popular Deli Brand Recalling Cheese In FL Over Listeria Risk Just Before Thanksgiving

Two cheese products from Boar’s Head were recalled and 1 withdrawn after concerns about possible listeria contamination.

New COVID Variant With This Distinctive Symptom Driving Up Cases In FL

Data shows that the new COVID-19 variant XFG, or “Stratus,” is the driving up cases across the U.S. and in Florida this summer.

High Bacteria Levels Found At Sarasota County Beach: FL Department Of Health

A water quality advisory was issued Thursday at a Sarasota County beach because of high bacteria levels, FL health officials said.

FL Bans Fluoride In Drinking Water: 5 Things To Know

Despite the concerns of dentists and health experts, Gov. Ron DeSantis signed a bill banning fluoride in public drinking water into law.

Risk Of Invasive Strep Infection Has Spiked: What To Know In FL

A study warns that invasive strep infections that cause necrotizing fasciitis and toxic shock have more than doubled over the past decade.

Raccoon Tests Positive For Rabies In Sarasota: FL Health Officials

A raccoon killed in Sarasota’s Bee Ridge area tested positive for rabies, the Florida Deptartment of Health in Sarasota County said.

Sarasota Memorial Expands Emergency Care Into Lakewood Ranch

A 15,000-square-foot freestanding Sarasota Memorial Emergency Room opened Tuesday in Lakewood Ranch near Interstate 75.

Norovirus Cases Are Surging, CDC Says: What To Know In FL

The Centers for Disease Control says Norovirus cases are on the rise across the country. What does that mean for Florida?

Nami Sarasota Manatee to Host Free Community Mental Health Symposium

Acclaimed National Speaker and Community Panels Highlight the December 12 Event

Red Tide Reported At Sarasota County Beaches: FL Dept. Of Health

The Florida Department of Health issued a red tide health alert for a dozen Sarasota County beaches.

Cases Of ‘Walking Pneumonia’ Spike Among Children: What To Know In FL

The number of children diagnosed with this common type of pneumonia jumped in recent months. Here’s what FL parents need to know.

Water Quality Advisory Issued At Sarasota County Beach And Park: FDOH

High levels of bacteria were found in water samples from a Venice-area beach and park, FL Department of Health officials in Sarasota said.

1 FL Death Reported In Listeria Outbreak Tied To Deli Meats: CDC

A Floridian has died in the listeria outbreak to Boar’s Head deli meats with a total of 9 deaths reported, the CDC said.

3 FL Counties Among the Healthiest Communities In America: U.S. News

U.S. News said the sixth annual 2024 Healthiest Communities ranking measures how well counties serve their residents. See how FL ranked.

31 FL Hospitals Among Best In U.S., New Ranking Says

In Florida, 31 hospitals are among the best in the country, according to U.S. News & World Report’s 2024-2025 Best Hospitals ranking.

Air Quality Advisories Issued In Parts Of Tampa Bay Area: Officials

​Saharan dust is affecting air quality in Florida as several Tampa Bay-area counties issue advisories through Friday, officials said.

Water Quality Advisory Issued For Sarasota Beach: FL DOH

High levels of enterococcus bacteria were found in water samples taken at a a Sarasota beach, the Florida Department of Health said.

75 FL Hospitals Get 'A' Rating On New Safety Grades: See Full List

Just one Florida hospital received an “F” rating in The Leapfrog Group’s spring 2024 Hospital Safety Grades. See how your hospital ranked.

Record-Breaking $93M Raised By Sarasota Memorial Healthcare Foundation

A recent $16M donation will be used to build an expanded breast health center as part of Sarasota Memorial’s Jellison Cancer Institute.

FL’s Best Hospitals For 2023: See Full List

Check out how Florida’s hospitals, nursing homes and other medical facilities ranked in 2023.

50 FL Nursing Homes Make 2023 U.S. News ‘Best’ List

U.S. News & World Report rated more than 15,000 nursing homes in its annual report. Here’s how it rated Florida’s nursing homes.

70 FL Hospitals Earn ‘A’ Grades, 12 Get ‘D’ In Latest Leapfrog Ratings

Florida is among the states with the highest number of hospitals earning ‘A’ grades in new Leapfrog patient safety ratings.

Sarasota Police To Hold Drug Take-Back Day Oct. 28

Residents can dispose of unused prescription drugs when the Sarasota Police Department observes National Prescription Drug Take-Back Day.

Human Case Of West Nile Virus Confirmed In Sarasota County: Officials

Officials issued a mosquito-borne illness advisory after a case of West Nile Virus was confirmed in Sarasota County.

FL Must Share COVID Data In Lawsuit Settlement With DeSantis Officials

Florida health officials must release three years of COVID-19 data as part of a lawsuit settlement.

New Simulation Lab Opens At HCA Florida Sarasota Doctors Hospital

HCA Florida Sarasota Doctors Hospital opened its new simulation and training lab for internal medicine students.

Air Quality Advisory Issued For Sarasota County: Officials

Smoke from Canadian wildfires has made its way to FL, causing an air quality advisory in Sarasota County, officials said.

New Urgent Care Center Opened By Sarasota Memorial Hospital In Venice

The Sarasota Memorial Health Care System opened a new urgent care center —​ its seventh overall —​ in Venice.

No-Swim Advisories Lifted At 2 Sarasota County Beaches: FL DOH

The no-swim advisories put in place Thursday at Siesta Beach and Casperson Beach have been lifted, the Florida Department of Health said.

No-Swim Advisory Issued For 2 Sarasota County Beaches: FL DOH

High levels of enterococcus bacteria were found at Siesta Key Beach and Casperson Beach, Florida Department of Health said.

Don’t Frolic In Hurricane Idalia Floodwaters: FL Officials

Snakes, downed power lines, flesh-eating bacteria and a risk of being swept away are among health risks posed by FL hurricane floodwaters.

‘No-Swim’ Advisory Issued At Venice Beach: FL DOH - Sarasota County

A “no-swim” advisory has been issued for Venice Beach after high levels of enterococcus bacteria were found, FL DOH in Sarasota County said.

Rare Flesh-Eating Bacteria Kills 8; What You Need To Know In FL

So far this year, 25 cases of flesh-eating bacteria infections and 5 deaths have been reported in Florida, state health officials said.

FL Heat Advisory Prompts Safety Precautions In Sarasota: DOH

With a heat advisory issued in southwest Florida, Department of Health officials urged precautions and safety measures for residents.

Flu Season Sends People To Their Doctors In Droves

Visits to the doctor for the flu haven't been this high since 2009.