WEATHER ALERT
‘I just found out I have prostate cancer:’ News 6 reporter shares unexpected journey
Read full article: ‘I just found out I have prostate cancer:’ News 6 reporter shares unexpected journeyNews 6 investigator Erik Sandoval was diagnosed with prostate cancer in January 2024. His investigation uncovers the push to get more younger men screened.
AdventHealth opens first Florida facility to help with organ donations
Read full article: AdventHealth opens first Florida facility to help with organ donationsA new center in Orlando opened its doors on Friday to help with organ donation. It’s the first of its kind in Florida and one of only 20 across the United States.
‘A lot of tripling:’ AdventHealth sees spike in COVID-19 cases amid summer surge
Read full article: ‘A lot of tripling:’ AdventHealth sees spike in COVID-19 cases amid summer surgeAccording to AdventHealth, the number of cases coming into Centra Care has significantly increased. Last month, the average was 250 cases a week. There were 750 cases just last week alone.
This Central Florida hospital will have an amphitheater, shopping options, more
Read full article: This Central Florida hospital will have an amphitheater, shopping options, moreOne might not expect to find an amphitheater, shopping and restaurants all at a hospital but once complete, the campus will be an attraction for even residents who don’t need medical care.
‘They’ve been through a lot:’ Chaplain shares update on survivors after deadly Ocala bus crash
Read full article: ‘They’ve been through a lot:’ Chaplain shares update on survivors after deadly Ocala bus crashReaction is pouring in after eight people were killed and 40 more were hospitalized after a bus crash Tuesday morning.
Central Florida nurse cares for cancer patients after beating the illness in her own battle
Read full article: Central Florida nurse cares for cancer patients after beating the illness in her own battleAn AdventHealth registered nurse is able to go above and beyond when it comes to patient care because of her own experience with cancer.
‘There’s a reason you’re here:’ AdventHealth scientist works to influence more women in STEM fields
Read full article: ‘There’s a reason you’re here:’ AdventHealth scientist works to influence more women in STEM fieldsFor Dr. Karen Corbin, walking into a research lab isn't unusual at all because she always knew she was meant to be in one.
AdventHealth breaks ground on hospital for growing Minneola interchange
Read full article: AdventHealth breaks ground on hospital for growing Minneola interchangeOfficials with AdventHealth and Minneola broke ground Thursday on a hospital that will bring inpatient care to the growing population of south Lake County.
Greater Orlando Heart Walk celebrates survivors and honors those lost to heart disease
Read full article: Greater Orlando Heart Walk celebrates survivors and honors those lost to heart diseaseNearly 20,000 people took part Saturday morning in the Greater Orlando Heart Walk to celebrate survivors and to honor those taken by heart disease and strokes.
Central Florida hospitals see uptick in heat-related illnesses
Read full article: Central Florida hospitals see uptick in heat-related illnessesHospital and urgent care facilities around Central Florida are reporting an uptick in patients looking for help with heat-related illnesses, as the heat index pushes "feels like: temperatures into the triple digits.
Central Florida woman still suffers from COVID-19 symptoms nearly 3 years later
Read full article: Central Florida woman still suffers from COVID-19 symptoms nearly 3 years laterThe mother of four said she was healthy and active, but at 51, she's dealing with heart and lung issues and sporadic inflammation throughout her body due to COVID-19
Mickey and Minnie spread holiday cheer at local children’s hospitals
Read full article: Mickey and Minnie spread holiday cheer at local children’s hospitalsMickey and Minnie Mouse recently paid a visit to AdventHealth for Children to help spread cheer to young patients and hospital staff ahead of the holidays.
‘Do you have a sense of peace?’ AdventHealth officials ask patients questions to check mental health
Read full article: ‘Do you have a sense of peace?’ AdventHealth officials ask patients questions to check mental healthWith the end of the year quickly approaching, many of us are squeezing in those last-minute doctor’s appointments. But you may have noticed some interesting questions your physician may be asking you.
AdventHealth prepares for what doctors expect will be a busy flu season
Read full article: AdventHealth prepares for what doctors expect will be a busy flu seasonAdventHealth will be offering free flu shots at several of its Centra Care locations next week ahead of what doctors said will be a busy flu season and News 6 once again is partnering with the facility to get the word out.
Nothing found during search at AdventHealth in Orlando after bomb threat
Read full article: Nothing found during search at AdventHealth in Orlando after bomb threatOfficers with the Orlando Police Department searched AdventHealth on Tuesday night after a bomb threat was made through the agency’s call center.
AdventHealth adds 2nd medical helicopter to meet growing population demand
Read full article: AdventHealth adds 2nd medical helicopter to meet growing population demandMinutes matter in medical emergencies and as Central Florida's population grows, AdventHealth's flight rescue team said they're getting more calls.
Orlando pediatric patients gifted Christmas in July joy by rappelling first responders
Read full article: Orlando pediatric patients gifted Christmas in July joy by rappelling first respondersOrlando firefighters and police officers teamed up with AdventHealth Tuesday to spread summer cheer to patients and families.
Donated hospital gowns teach pediatric patients about anatomy at AdventHealth
Read full article: Donated hospital gowns teach pediatric patients about anatomy at AdventHealthWhat better way for pediatric patients to learn more about their bodies than with a hospital gown boasting style and all sorts of colors? That’s what AdventHealth For Children is hoping to do with their anatomy gowns.
AdventHealth breaks ground on new emergency center near Walt Disney World Resort
Read full article: AdventHealth breaks ground on new emergency center near Walt Disney World ResortConstruction is underway for a new AdventHealth emergency department right near the Western Gateway to Walt Disney World.
AdventHealth documentary highlights Lake County woman’s plant-based diet journey helping with diabetes
Read full article: AdventHealth documentary highlights Lake County woman’s plant-based diet journey helping with diabetesA new documentary created by AdventHealth called “Plantwise” shares a Lake County woman's story with diabetes and how a plant-based diet helped her.
Florida doctor says antibody treatments ineffective against omicron
Read full article: Florida doctor says antibody treatments ineffective against omicronAdventHealth in Orlando continues to offer a preventative monoclonal antibody treatment for people who’ve been exposed and have not tested positive. The treatment is aimed to help high-risk individuals reduce their chance of contracting the virus.
‘We have to remain vigilant:’ AdventHealth sees increase in COVID-19 hospitalizations
Read full article: ‘We have to remain vigilant:’ AdventHealth sees increase in COVID-19 hospitalizationsOfficials with AdventHealth are reporting an increase in COVID-19 cases and hospitalizations as the omicron variant of the virus continues to spread through Central Florida.
Florida reports 46,923 new COVID-19 cases, highest in 1 day so far
Read full article: Florida reports 46,923 new COVID-19 cases, highest in 1 day so far46,923 people tested positive for COVID-19 in Florida on Tuesday, marking the highest one-day rise in new Coronavirus positives ever recorded in the state, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
CDC issues guidance for healthcare workers for possible surge of COVID hospitalizations
Read full article: CDC issues guidance for healthcare workers for possible surge of COVID hospitalizationsThe Centers for Disease Control and Prevention issued new emergency guidance for healthcare workers for a possible surge of COVID-19 hospitalizations.
AdventHealth officials prepare for possible surge as COVID-19 positivity rate increases
Read full article: AdventHealth officials prepare for possible surge as COVID-19 positivity rate increasesAdventHealth is preparing for a possible surge in hospitalizations amid a rise in COVID-19 cases throughout Central Florida, health officials announced at a virtual news briefing Thursday.
‘We are convinced it’s really omicron:’ AdventHealth official answers your COVID-19 questions
Read full article: ‘We are convinced it’s really omicron:’ AdventHealth official answers your COVID-19 questionsOn Tuesday, Dr. Victor Herrera, chief medical officer at AdventHealth Orlando, sat down with Tom Johnson, a public affairs official on their media team, to answer some of the public’s lingering questions about the latest variant.
Lake Brantley High School senior collects more than 1,000 toys for children battling cancer
Read full article: Lake Brantley High School senior collects more than 1,000 toys for children battling cancerA Lake Brantley High School senior is making sure Christmas is a little brighter for children who will be spending the holidays in the hospital.
AdventHealth officials talk dealing with COVID-19 grief, anxiety during the holidays
Read full article: AdventHealth officials talk dealing with COVID-19 grief, anxiety during the holidaysWith the wake of COVID-19 still lingering in our lives, the 2021 holidays may be difficult to navigate for family and friends who have experienced loss during the pandemic.
Disney announces full list of celebrity narrators for EPCOT Candlelight Processional
Read full article: Disney announces full list of celebrity narrators for EPCOT Candlelight ProcessionalWalt Disney World on Tuesday announced the full list of celebrity narrators who will participate in this year’s EPCOT Candlelight Processional.
‘It’s very effective:’ Pediatricians with AdventHealth discuss COVID-19 vaccine for children 5-11
Read full article: ‘It’s very effective:’ Pediatricians with AdventHealth discuss COVID-19 vaccine for children 5-11Dr. Michael Keating and Dr. Fatima Levent with AdventHealth for Children explained the importance of getting kids the covid-19 vaccine.
Disney announces first celebrity narrators for EPCOT Candlelight Processional
Read full article: Disney announces first celebrity narrators for EPCOT Candlelight ProcessionalWalt Disney World on Friday announced some of the first celebrity narrators who will participate in this year’s EPCOT Candlelight Processional.
Multiple patients missed breast cancer screenings due to pandemic, AdventHealth surgeon says
Read full article: Multiple patients missed breast cancer screenings due to pandemic, AdventHealth surgeon saysDr. Lisa Minton, a surgeon who specializes in breast cancer care with AdventHealth, explained many patients chose to avoid their annual breast cancer screening within the last year because they were concerned of potential exposure to COVID-19.
Free flu shots offered to the community throughout October
Read full article: Free flu shots offered to the community throughout OctoberFlu infections are expected to be widespread in 2021-22, according to medical experts, and it’s imperative we avoid the “one-two punch” of contracting the flu and COVID-19 still so active in our communities.
AdventHealth Chief Nursing Officer remembers her roots during Hispanic Heritage Month
Read full article: AdventHealth Chief Nursing Officer remembers her roots during Hispanic Heritage MonthBorn in New York to Puerto Rican parents, Linnette Johnson said Hispanic Heritage Month is a reminder of her roots.
AdventHealth transitions to ‘green’ status as COVID hospitalizations decline
Read full article: AdventHealth transitions to ‘green’ status as COVID hospitalizations declineAdventHealth is returning to “largely normal operations” as it transitions to “green” status after seeing a decrease in COVID-19 hospitalizations.
‘We should expect continuous surges:’ AdventHealth anticipates future COVID spikes as hospitalizations decrease
Read full article: ‘We should expect continuous surges:’ AdventHealth anticipates future COVID spikes as hospitalizations decreaseAdventHealth leaders announced the hospital system downgraded to “yellow” status after reporting a drop in patients, but doctors are warning we could see another surge.
AdventHealth believes COVID cases could start trending down, hospitals remain in ‘black’ status
Read full article: AdventHealth believes COVID cases could start trending down, hospitals remain in ‘black’ statusAdventHealth doctors believe they are starting to see the rate of new COVID-19 infections decline, though the number of coronavirus patients they are treating remains high.
AdventHealth resumes some urgent outpatient procedures, COVID hospitalizations remain high
Read full article: AdventHealth resumes some urgent outpatient procedures, COVID hospitalizations remain highLimited urgent outpatient procedures will start up again at AdventHealth despite the high amount of COVID-19 hospitalizations, according to hospital officials.
Florida epidemiologist explains how COVID-19 booster shots work, why you need them
Read full article: Florida epidemiologist explains how COVID-19 booster shots work, why you need themAs many prepare to get a third dose of the COVID-19 vaccine in September, epidemiologist Dr. Vincent Hsu with AdventHealth explained what this will mean for our community.
Treating COVID-19: AdventHealth provides monoclonal antibody treatments to fight infection
Read full article: Treating COVID-19: AdventHealth provides monoclonal antibody treatments to fight infectionAs the treatment makes headlines, the hospital system is reminding families that AdventHealth offers it as an option.
‘Getting vaccinated is the way out of this pandemic:’ AdventHealth treating record number of COVID patients
Read full article: ‘Getting vaccinated is the way out of this pandemic:’ AdventHealth treating record number of COVID patientsAdventHealth officials said they are treating a record-high number of COVID patients across the Central Florida health care system.
AdventHealth Central Florida division modifies visitation policy
Read full article: AdventHealth Central Florida division modifies visitation policyThe policy change is being made to support AdventHealth team members better care for the increasing number of COVID patients being seen across Central Florida.
Epidemiologist warns it’s too late for vaccines to halt current COVID-19 wave
Read full article: Epidemiologist warns it’s too late for vaccines to halt current COVID-19 waveAs COVID-19 hospitalizations continue to rise in Florida, medical providers are limiting their resources from being used elsewhere.
‘Our nurses and physicians are exhausted:’ AdventHealth pleads with community to get vaccinated
Read full article: ‘Our nurses and physicians are exhausted:’ AdventHealth pleads with community to get vaccinatedAdventHealth's chief nursing officer says the health care system has enough supplies to get through the most recent surge of COVID-19 cases but its staff are exhausted and need relief soon.
AdventHealth elevates to ‘black’ status after nearly 1,000 patients hospitalized with COVID-19
Read full article: AdventHealth elevates to ‘black’ status after nearly 1,000 patients hospitalized with COVID-19Officials with Central Florida’s largest hospital system said there are about 1,000 patients hospitalized with COVID-19 as of Thursday and crews are currently working in a black status.
AdventHealth sees highest number of hospitalized COVID-19 patients at about 1,000
Read full article: AdventHealth sees highest number of hospitalized COVID-19 patients at about 1,000Officials with Central Florida’s largest hospital system said there are about 1,000 patients hospitalized with COVID-19.
AdventHealth elevates to level red with nearly 900 patients hospitalized with COVID-19
Read full article: AdventHealth elevates to level red with nearly 900 patients hospitalized with COVID-19AdventHealth, Central Florida’s largest hospital chain, has once again elevated its emergency status due to rising COVID-19 patients, health care officials announced Monday.
Health First postponing some surgeries to free up hospital beds amid surge in COVID-19 cases
Read full article: Health First postponing some surgeries to free up hospital beds amid surge in COVID-19 casesHealth First in Brevard County has announced plans to postpone some surgeries in an effort to free up hospital beds as COVID-19 infections and hospitalizations continue rising across Central Florida.
COVID-19: AdventHealth moves back to ‘yellow status’ due to surge in cases
Read full article: COVID-19: AdventHealth moves back to ‘yellow status’ due to surge in casesLeaders at AdventHealth have moved their hospitals back to a "yellow status,"taking new precautionary measures due to rising COVID-19 infections and hospitalizations.
Central Florida hospitals close to ICU capacity as COVID-19 cases increase
Read full article: Central Florida hospitals close to ICU capacity as COVID-19 cases increaseOrange County leaders are reporting some of the highest COVID-19 cases since the holiday peak back in January, including almost 2,000 new cases this past weekend and five deaths.
Doctors discuss efforts to control delta variant spread in Central Florida
Read full article: Doctors discuss efforts to control delta variant spread in Central FloridaPhysicians with AdventHealth are discussing recent findings related to the delta variant and efforts to control rising cases of COVID-19.
Man attacks 3 at hospital because mother could not join him in ER lobby, Flagler deputies say
Read full article: Man attacks 3 at hospital because mother could not join him in ER lobby, Flagler deputies sayA man faces charges after he attacked three people at an AdventHealth hospital in Palm Coast after staff told him that his mother could not accompany him in the ER waiting room, according to the Flagler County Sheriff's Office.
Hundreds of positions open in Central Florida amid health care worker shortage
Read full article: Hundreds of positions open in Central Florida amid health care worker shortageJob seekers in the health care industry flooded into the Amway Center on Tuesday as AdventHealth kicked of a two-day career expo.
Volusia County woman gets ‘surprise’ medical bill for emergency procedure
Read full article: Volusia County woman gets ‘surprise’ medical bill for emergency procedureA Volusia County woman says an emergency medical procedure is costing her thousands of dollars out of pocket, even though she has insurance.
Pfizer vaccine now available at select AdventHealth Centra Cares
Read full article: Pfizer vaccine now available at select AdventHealth Centra CaresFrom Lake Nona to Lakeland, Winter Park to Winter Garden, AdventHealth Centra Care is now offering the Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine at seven locations starting on Monday.
The COVID-19 vaccine is free and other big takeaways from News 6′s phone bank
Read full article: The COVID-19 vaccine is free and other big takeaways from News 6′s phone bankNews 6 on Friday hosted its second Vaccine Day along with a phone bank, bringing in a team of medical experts to answer viewers’ questions about the COVID-19 vaccine.