health and science

The 100 days between Memorial and Labor days are the deadliest for teen drivers across the country.

The Legislature sent at least 27 healthcare bills to the governor.

Black babies are at higher risk of infant mortality than white babies. There are also several factors behind the barriers to prenatal care in Florida.

The Smart & Safe Florida political committee is behind the ballot initiative that would legalize recreational marijuana in Florida for those 21 and up.

Florida’s ban on most abortions after six weeks of pregnancy has gone into effect, and some doctors are concerned that women will no longer have access to needed health care.

Navigating reproductive health care can be confusing, especially as abortion policies change in Florida. We break down what's available and what could be coming next.

A federal judge has cleared the way for a class-action lawsuit that alleges Florida did not properly inform people before dropping them from the Medicaid program after a COVID-19 public health emergency ended.

The state awarded USF $5 million in recurring funds to create the Florida Center for Behavioral Health Workforce. Many Floridians live where mental health professionals are sparse.

The 'Do More, Feel Better' program trains seniors to help other older adults plan activities, which can boost mental health.

Thousands die from opioid overdoses in Florida each year. Research suggests states that haven’t expanded Medicaid coverage are passing up an opportunity to lessen the toll.