University of Miami Miller School of Medicine

UM Denies Keeping Patients In Study In Dark

The University of Miami has denied failing to fully inform parents of dangers associated with research using their prematurely born children. The denial comes after federal regulators blasted a research program dealing with “preemie” babies.

CBS4–2013/04/11

Janelle Benito enjoys her Crossfit workout. (Source: CBS4)

Strength Is The New Fitness Trend For Women

For many women, diet pills and treadmills are the tools to achieve their ideal body but some women are now using barbells and push-ups to get the body of their dreams.

CBS4–2013/01/08

Jungle Island's orangutan Peanut has been diagnosed with lymphoma. (Source: Jungle Island)

Jungle Island Throws Birthday Party For Peanut & Pumpkin

Miami’s Jungle Island threw a very special birthday party Sunday for two of their most beloved residents.

2012/12/02

UM 5K To Raise Money For Children With Cleft Lips & Palates

For many parents, one of the happiest moments is the first time they see their baby. But for Monica Viveros, she remembers her world being turned upside down.

CBS4–2012/06/04

Darius Redd, 18, was released from Jackson Memorial Hospital after receiving a heart and kidney transplant. (CBS4)

New Heart, New Kidney, New Hope For Clewiston Teen

In less than a year 18-year-old Darius Redd went from being a 260 pound high school football and basketball player, the picture of health, to a 100-pound-lighter teen who relied on a cane to walk. His heart had failed him, but Monday, that failure turned to hope.

CBS4–2012/04/02