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TGH Transplant houses re-open after being flooded by Helene

1 week ago | baynews9.com | Melissa Eichman

TAMPA, Fla. — Transplant Houses on Davis Islands are back open after severe flooding from Hurricane Helene forced them to close.
Free Tampa parent forum addresses youth suicide risk

1 week ago | baynews9.com | Melissa Eichman

TAMPA, Fla. — A Pinellas County mother is on a mission to help prevent youth suicide and protect parents from the pain of losing a child.
Palm Harbor Girl Scouts camp reopens after storm damage

2 weeks ago | baynews9.com | Melissa Eichman

PALM HARBOR, Fla. — Girl Scouts of West Central Florida's Camp Wai Lani is open for summer after hurricane recovery and other improvements.
Woman needing kidney transplant holding out for her hero

2 weeks ago | baynews9.com | Melissa Eichman

TAMPA, Fla. — More than 90,000 people in the U.S. are on the waiting list for a kidney donor, according to the National Kidney Registry. What You Need To KnowLive-saving plea for kidney donor put on billboardsJoanna Collins' retired parents run Hero 4 Jo campaign90,000 people are on waiting list for kidney donorA Pinellas County woman is making a life-saving plea to strangers in hopes of finding it that match.
State Attorney Academy aims to train future lawyers

3 weeks ago | baynews9.com | Melissa Eichman

TAMPA, Fla. — A new program at the State Attorney’s Office in Hillsborough County aims to train the next generation of lawyers. What You Need To KnowSAO 13th Judicial Circuit hosts inaugural State Attorney AcademyThe program will return in 2026Participants must apply and be accepted into the programSessions wrap-up FridayState Attorney Suzy Lopez says the State Attorney Academy helps lay a foundation for future attorneys and will help her office recruit and retain staff.
Cancer diagnosis and treatment connect women beyond their medical journeys

1 month ago | baynews9.com | Melissa Eichman

TAMPA, Fla. — Personalized cancer treamtent has turned into a personal friendship at Moffitt Cancer Center. What You Need To KnowCancer survivor meets cell therapy technician who helped develop her vaccineWomen became fast friendsFull-circle moment for technician, who was also treated at MoffittBoth women celebrate beating cancerPersonalized treatment is a growing trend at Moffitt.
Cancer diagnosis and treatment connect women beyond their medical journeys

1 month ago | spectrumnews1.com | Melissa Eichman

TAMPA, Fla. — Personalized cancer treatment has turned into a personal friendship at Moffitt Cancer Center. What You Need To KnowCancer survivor meets cell therapy technician who helped develop her vaccineWomen became fast friendsFull-circle moment for technician, who was also treated at MoffittBoth women celebrate beating cancerPersonalized treatment is a growing trend at Moffitt.
Bay area organ transplant recipient writing book

1 month ago | spectrumlocalnews.com | Melissa Eichman

Natasha Bangert had a kidney transplant in 2023 after battling COVID-19. She now advocates for organ donation, personally and professionally.
Family of baby born with life-threatening birth defect stays ‘Beau Strong’

1 month ago | baynews9.com | Melissa Eichman

PINELLAS COUNTY, Fla. — Infants with a life-threatening birth defect can get specialized care at a unique center focusing on Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia (CDH).
Ocean Mile Swim supports Crisis Center of Tampa Bay

1 month ago | baynews9.com | Melissa Eichman

CLEARWATER BEACH, Fla. — Clearwater Fire & Rescue beach lifeguards start each shift with training. What You Need To KnowThe Ocean Mile Swim is set for Sunday, May 4It will start at Clearwater Beach Lifeguard Tower 7 at 7 a.m.The lifeguards hope the swim reminds the community it is OK to reach out for supportWhether it’s physical training running, swimming or paddleboarding, the guards are also mindful of the mental wellbeing aspect of their work.