The free J.A.W.S. program at Splash Island teaches children to swim safely and spot water hazards. CDC data shows drowning rates for kids 1–4 are up 28%, but local programs are stepping up prevention.

Checking the forecast daily during warm months and taking protective action on extremely hot days are a few safety tips to consider.

Researchers at the University of Texas at Dallas have created a portable food safety device they hope will one day be used at every level of the food industry — from processing facilities to home ...

The deaths caused by Vibrio vulnificus bacterium were in Hillsborough, Bay, Broward and St. Johns counties, according to the ...

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On "What's Health," could vision and cognitive changes be normal signs of aging or symptoms of something more serious? After ...