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USF researcher integral part of FDA’s approval of new Parkinson’s drug

The Parkinson’s Foundation said the cause of the disease remains largely unknown, yet worldwide around 10 million people are affected by it.  However, a new drug has emerged that could be extremely beneficial to those...

The Scoop: Weds. Sept. 18th, 2024, Tampa Bay and Florida headlines by WMNF

School shooting threats in Tampa region continue Statewide, school districts have been inundated with false shooting threats. Volusia County Sheriff Mike Chitwood’s message to students and their parents is if a kid gets arrested for...

The Buzzzzz on Mosquito-Borne Viruses & Bird Flu in Florida

The plague of mosquito borne viruses threaten us in Florida all year round, and bird flu is rising through our poultry and dairy industries. Are we in danger? Join us and find out from our...
Michael Minardi of NORML

Polls show support for recreational weed amendment but opposition just getting started

With less than 100 days before the general election, Florida voters appear to be poised to legalize recreational marijuana. But the opposition is just getting started. Florida has some of the toughest marijuana laws in...

The Scoop: Thurs. June 13th, 2024 Tampa Bay and Florida headlines by WMNF

A book about banning books is banned. St . Pete discusses the proposed new Rays stadium. Meanwhile, DeSantis wants to defeat two Nov. ballots.

The Scoop: Weds. June 5th, 2024 Tampa Bay and Florida headlines by WMNF

Manatee Memorial Hospital cuts funding for uninsured and low-income surgical patients We Care Manatee is a nonprofit organization that connects patients with financial needs to healthcare providers. The hospital recently cut ties with Good County...

The Scoop: Tues. May 28th, 2024 Tampa Bay and Florida headlines by WMNF

The new pregnancy website will contain no information about abortion. Meanwhile, elected state attorney Andrew Warren has been suspended.
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Free dental care event to treat thousands in Lakeland

Listen: Floridians without access to dental care will be able to get free services next week. It’s because of a two-day event that’s estimated to serve 2,000 people in Lakeland. The initiative is called Florida...

Sex Is Confusing.

“It’s incredible the amount of hate I have received from people who haven’t even read my piece” Agustin Fuentes on the extraordinary response to his recent essay for Scientific American titled, “Here’s Why Human Sex...
Executive Director David K. Dunning, addressing the needs of veterans and their families.

Sabal Park Clinic expands services for veterans in East Tampa

partnership has led to the enhancement of services at the Sabal Park Clinic, aimed at making healthcare more accessible to veterans.

Fire and Ice interviewed: Richard a Black Business Owner of The Elite Factory, in the TampaBay Area

Fire and Ice interviewed: Richard a Black Business Owner of The Elite Factory, in the TampaBay Area a professional gym that welcome everyone to train and develop good health habit whether you are up...

Planned Parenthood addresses challenges caused by Florida’s six-week abortion ban

The Hillsborough County School Board has approved putting the question before voters about a tax increase
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