Still Much to Learn About Barefoot Running
Monday, June 17, 2013
Runners are shedding their shoes. They're going barefoot or opting for minimalist shoes, spawning a one-point-seven billion dollar industry. Proponents say barefoot or minimalist running strengthens the feet and legs and causes fewer injuries, but the research is unclear.

Potentially Deadly Ameoba Lurk in Our Lakes
Friday, June 14, 2013
Just as you would grab goggles before jumping in the pool, the Department of Health wants people to grab nose plugs before jumping in a lake. Hot weather brings the risk of being infected by an amoeba, and it's usually deadly.

UCF Researcher To Look At Maintaining Team Integrity in Space
Thursday, June 13, 2013
A University of Central Florida Psychology professor set to begin work on a pair of Nasa research projects said team cohesion will be paramount to the success of a manned mission to Mars.

Orlando Mayor's Summit Tackles Senior Hunger
Tuesday, June 11, 2013
Orlando Mayor Buddy Dyer put senior hunger in the forefront by hosting a summit on the issue. This was the first time the mayor has hosted a summit like this, and it's hoped the summit will come up with some solutions to what's being viewed as a growing problem.

Pediatric Cardiac Intensive Care Unit Opens
Tuesday, June 11, 2013
A new children's heart surgery program launched at Florida Hospital means area children born with congenital heart defects won't have to travel for treatment. At least one Central Florida mother said having a program like that here can mean the difference between life and death.

Florida Conference Helps Families Dealing with Disabilities
Monday, June 10, 2013
Having a special needs family member can sometimes mean battling for services, resources and information. But thousands of families found the answers they needed at the Family Café conference in Orlando this past weekend.

School Is Out But Kids Don't Have To Go Hungry
Friday, June 7, 2013
Florida children who rely on free and reduced lunch during the school year go without food during the summer months. There are summer feeding programs in place, but a lot of kids aren't using them.

Orlando Ranks 34th in America's Fittest City Index
Thursday, May 30, 2013
The American College of Sports Medicine's annual American Fitness Index is out- and Orlando ranks 34th. The report measures the health and activity levels of residents, along with how well the environment supports healthy living. And that's an area in which Orlando and surrounding cities fall short.

Florida Seniors Live Longer But Are Not Healthier
Wednesday, May 29, 2013
A new study says Florida's seniors are living longer, but not necessarily healthier lives. The report released today by America's Health Rankings places Florida 30th out of 50 states for senior health, but there are some unsettling numbers behind that ranking.

Orange County's Black Infant Mortality Rate is Troubling
Tuesday, May 28, 2013
While Florida's infant mortality rate is improving among all populations, Orange county's black infant mortality remains a trouble spot. The state's black infant mortality has reached a historic low with Orange county being the exception.

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.

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.