3 Measles Cases Confirmed In FL Since Jan. 1, State Report Says

Since the start of the new year, more than 400 measles cases have been reported in 14 states, including Florida, the CDC said.

State College of Florida, Manatee-Sarasota Holds Winter 2025 Nursing Pinning Ceremony

SCF awarded 173 pins to nursing graduates at its Winter 2025 nursing pinning ceremony at SCF’s Bradenton campus on Friday, Dec. 5.  

SCF Co-presents a Florida Nursing Workforce Panel Discussion

ISPS at SPC partnered with SCF to present a panel discussion about the challenges and opportunities of the Florida nursing profession.

SCF Bradenton Hosting a State Health Benefits Fair on Oct. 15

SCF will host a State of Florida Health Benefits Fair for the Division of State Group Insurance on Oct. 15 at 10 a.m. at SCF Bradenton.

SCF Offers a Newly Expanded Medicare 101 and More Series

Individuals who are enrolled in Medicare or approaching eligibility are invited to a Medicare 101 and More series offered by SCF.

SCF Health Care Students Place at HOSA State Conference and Advance to Internationals

SCF HOSA - Future Health Professionals Club students competed and placed at HOSA's state conference and qualified for internationals.

Spring 2025 SCF Nursing Graduates Honored at Pinning Ceremony

SCF nursing graduates earn pins, graduate with ASN and BSN degrees and are eligible to continue training or start nursing professions.

Spring 2025 SCF Physical Therapist Assistant Graduates Awarded Pins

SCF physical therapist assistant students receive pins, graduate with AS degrees and prepare for health care employment.

Spring 2025 SCF Occupational Therapy Assistant Graduates Awarded Pins

SCF occupational therapy assistant students earn pins, graduate with AS degrees and plan to enter the health care field.

Spring 2025 SCF Dental Hygiene Graduates Awarded White Coats and Pins

SCF dental hygiene students receive white coats and pins, earn AS degrees and plan to work in health care.

These 3 Illnesses Are Spiking In FL, CDC Says

Health experts are warning that there's a "high" level of three respiratory illness circulating in Florida.

New Red Tide Alerts Issued At Manatee County Beaches: FL Health Dept.

The Florida Department of Health issued new red tide health alerts for two Anna Maria Island beaches.

Red Tide Reported In Manatee County Waters: FL Dept. Of Health

The Florida Department of Health issued a red tide health alert for waters off Anna Maria Island.

Unknown Amount Of Sewage Discharged Into Manatee River: Organization

The Suncoast Waterkeeper issued a “no-swim advisory” Thursday as sewage continues to be discharged in the Manatee River.

Water Quality Advisory Issued At Manatee County Beach: FL DOH

High enterococcus bacteria levels were found in water samples at Palma Sola South beach, the FL Dept. of Health in Manatee County said.

Water Quality Advisory Issued At Manatee County Beach: FL Officials

High enterococcus bacteria levels were found in water samples at Palma Sola South beach, the FL Dept. of Health in Manatee County said.

BayCare Plans New $548M Hospital In North Manatee County

The 45,000-square-foot medical arts building will break ground in October and should be open by 2027, BayCare Health System said.

Cantaloupes Sold In FL Recalled Over Salmonella Concerns

Certain types of fruit sold in Florida and several other states are being recalled due to salmonella concerns.

Air Quality Advisory Issued For Manatee County: Officials

Smoke from Canadian wildfires has made its way to FL, causing an air quality advisory in Manatee County, officials said.

Swim Advisory Lifted In Manatee County: Florida Department Of Health

A swim advisory remains in place for Palma Sola South along SR 64, the Florida Department of Health in Manatee County said.

Swim Advisory Issued In Manatee County After Hurricane Idalia: FL DOH

The Florida Department of Health has issued a swim advisory at all public beaches in Manatee County following Hurricane Idalia.

Mosquitoes, Mold, Flesh-Eating Bacteria: Post-Idalia Risks

As floodwaters recede and cleanup continues, Florida officials warned of numerous health risks in the wake of Hurricane Idalia.

No-Swim Advisory Issued In Manatee County: FL Department Of Health

A no-swim advisory was issued for Palma Sola South, the Florida Department of Health said.

No-Swim Advisory Issued In Manatee County: FL Department Of Health

A no-swim advisory was issued for Palma Sola South, the Florida Department of Health said.

Cat Tests Positive For Rabies In Manatee County: FL Dept. Of Health

A rabies alert was issued in Palmetto after a cat tested positive for the disease, the Florida Department of Health in Manatee County said.

County-Run COVID Testing Site Closes In Downtown Bradenton

The Florida Department of Health in Manatee County is opening a new COVID-19 testing site in Bradenton.

No-Swim Advisory Issued For Palma Sola Beach South: FL DOH

A no-swim advisory was issued at Palma Sola South after high levels of the enterococci bacteria were found, FL Department of Health said.

Red Tide Alert Issued In Manatee County: Florida Department Of Health

Elevated red tide levels have been detected at multiple Manatee County beaches, the Florida Department of Health said.

Most Will Mask Up On Planes Even Without Mandate: FL Patch Survey

About 56 percent of respondents to a FL Patch survey said they plan to wear masks on public transit despite the lifting of a mandate.

No-Swim Advisory Issued For Palma Sola South Beach: DOH

A no-swim advisory was issued at Palma Sola South after high levels of the enterococci bacteria were found, FL Department of Health said.

COVID Testing Site At Bradenton Area Convention Center To Close

The Bradenton Area Convention Center coronavirus testing site in Palmetto will close down permanently on Friday at 7 p.m.

Rapid COVID Tests Unavailable At Bradenton Testing Sites: County

COVID testing sites at Bradenton Area Convention Center, in downtown Bradenton are only offering PCR tests temporarily, Manatee County said.

Free N95 Masks, COVID-19 Tests Provided By MCR Health Saturday

MCR Health is handing out free N95 masks and at-home COVID-19 testing kits Saturday morning in Bradenton and Arcadia.

Manatee FitFest To Bring 5K, Fitness, Yoga To Robinson Preserve

This March 5 outdoor showcase of local businesses, fitness activities is free to attend, though pre-registration required for the 5K race.

Latest Hospital Capacity In Bradenton Area

See how the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic has affected hospital capacity in Manatee County and across FL.

Latest Hospital Capacity In Bradenton Area

Here's how the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic has affected hospital capacity in Manatee County and across FL.

Latest Hospital Capacity In Bradenton Area

See how the ongoing coronavirus pandemic has affected hospital capacity in Manatee County and across FL.

New COVID-19 Testing Site Opening In Downtown Bradenton

Manatee County and the Florida Department of Health will open a COVID-19 testing site in downtown Bradenton Wednesday.

Latest Hospital Capacity In Bradenton Area

Here's an update on how the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic has affected hospital capacity in Manatee County and across FL.

FL COVID-19: 1 Million Tests Expired Last Month, 67K New Cases

Also: 400K cases in 7 days, hospitalizations climb, testing in demand, FL updates testing guidance, how to report at-home test results.

Flu Season Sends People To Their Doctors In Droves

Visits to the doctor for the flu haven't been this high since 2009.