New Miami storage facility could hold key to scientific breakthroughs
The contents of this repository will give scientists better tools to study diseases like cancer, multiple sclerosis, autism and Alzheimer's.
A roundup of other new laws in effect in Florida
Lauren Pastrana, in for Jim DeFede, gives a brief roundup of new Florida laws and how they may affect you.
One-on-one with Dr. Daniel Bober
Lauren Pastrana, in for Jim DeFede, talks with psychiatrist Dr. Daniel Bober about the science behind age restrictions for social media.
One-on-one with former state Sen. Jeff Brandes
Lauren Pastrana, in for Jim DeFede, talks about the future of property insurance in South Florida with founder and president of Florida Policy Project.
Miami adventurer defies odds to beat Stage 4 pancreatic cancer
Manny Garcia, an avid skydiver and base jumper, was just in his mid-20s when he was diagnosed.
"Uncle Nick" turned tragedy into hope for hundreds of babies
Nick Silverio has become a beacon of hope for babies and mothers in crisis.
40 take US citizenship oath during ceremony ahead of Veterans Day
With uncertainty over future immigration policies in the US looming, more than three dozen people became American citizens in South Florida Friday.
Miami-Dade Fire lieutenant's widow fights mental health stigma for first responders
Carolyn Acosta is on a mission to raise awareness about the mental health struggles many first responders face in silence.
Mammograms aren't always enough: One woman's journey highlights importance of dense breast screening
Women often hear the reminder, "Get your mammogram!" But for many, a mammogram alone may not be enough-especially for those with dense breast tissue, which can make it harder to detect cancer.
New Florida law meant to protect people with Alzheimer's, other dementias
A new state law in Florida is meant to protect vulnerable seniors, including those with Alzheimer's and other dementias.
Father Manny Alvarez counsels, comforts Miami firefighters as chaplain
Father Manny Manny Alvarez has a new title: Chaplain of the City of Miami Fire Department.
Customized cancer care gives South Florida woman hope after Stage 4 diagnosis
One local woman is defying the odds all because of the "customized care" designed specifically for her.
Miami Beach woman's app aims to help heal after loss
Karine Nissim uses her own loss to aid others with her "DayNew" app, offering support and resources for navigating life after trauma.
South Florida doctor popularizes "bikini" approach to hip replacement surgery
Dr. Charles Lawrie has taken a cue from plastic surgeons, giving patients new hips without giving them a scar that is impossible to hide.
South Florida hospital using AI in labor and delivery ward
Mount Sinai Medical Center in Miami Beach uses AI to track a mother's progress through labor and delivery.