
Central Florida ozone levels improve, helping region stay within federal standard
Read full article: Central Florida ozone levels improve, helping region stay within federal standardCentral Florida’s air quality is improving, according to MetroPlan Orlando, which monitors ozone levels at four locations across the region. The region’s ozone levels remain below the federal attainment standard, a threshold air quality officials want to stay under. Remaining in attainment is important because failing to meet the standard could affect transportation funding.

‘Flesh-eating’ bacteria has killed 7 people along the Gulf Coast this year
Read full article: ‘Flesh-eating’ bacteria has killed 7 people along the Gulf Coast this yearIf you’re planning a beach trip this summer, doctors say there’s one more danger to know about — a rare bacteria in warm coastal waters that has already killed at least seven people along the Gulf Coast this year.

Parasitic infection spreading across 18 states, including Florida; Michigan, New York, Illinois and Texas hardest hit
Read full article: Parasitic infection spreading across 18 states, including Florida; Michigan, New York, Illinois and Texas hardest hitCyclosporiasis is linked to contaminated produce or water — here’s what Florida health officials and the CDC want you to know

Health headlines: GLP-1 risks, exercise drop, and the power of grandparents
Read full article: Health headlines: GLP-1 risks, exercise drop, and the power of grandparentsPopular weight loss drugs may come with some unexpected downsides, according to new research. And a separate study finds grandparents could be a powerful force in helping teenagers through a growing mental health crisis.

