Seasonal Rains Bring Threat of Disease Carrying Mosquitoes
Thursday, May 16, 2013
While this year's mosquito population isn't expected to be worse than last year- Orange County officials say they are concerned about mosquito borne diseases, especially since Central Florida saw its first case of homegrown Dengue last fall.

Breast Cancer Gene Test Can Present Obstacles
Thursday, May 16, 2013
There are women wondering if they should be tested for the same breast cancer gene mutation actress Angelina Jolie tested positive for, but the test is expensive, and some worry that without a defined cancer risk, the option Jolie chose might not be available.

Nursing Moms Can Now Donate Breast Milk Locally
Tuesday, May 14, 2013
May 14, 2013 | WMFE- The first donation to Central Florida's new Milk Depot is put in the freezer as part of Florida Hospital's grand opening for its new human milk depository.

Three Central Florida Cities Strive to be Healthier
Monday, May 13, 2013
Eatonville, Winter Park and Maitland launch morning walks in an effort to become healthy communities.

Residents Pursue Grants to Create Walking and Biking Programs
Thursday, May 9, 2013
Local health initiative Healthy Central Florida is putting up 25 thousand dollars in grant money to encourage cycling and walking in Winter Park, Eatonville and Maitland. It's hoped the grants will inspire more programs like a successful walk to school initiative at a Maitland Elementary school.

Bill Clinton Speaks at UCF Commencement
Thursday, May 2, 2013
Former President Bill Clinton was in Orlando to deliver a commencement speech to students graduating from UCF's College of Health and Public Affairs and the Burnett School of Biomedical Sciences. Clinton told students that solving domestic and global health care problems will take coorperation.

Central Receiving Center Celebrates 10 Years
Thursday, May 2, 2013
Mental Health Awareness month kicked off in Orange county with an anniversary celebration for the Central Receiving Center- a special facility for patients suffering a mental health crisis. Before the C-R-C was established, the options for emergency mental health treatment in Orange County were limited.