News Summary:
WPBF 25 reported on January 28, 2026, that healthcare costs are projected to rise in 2026, with patients potentially facing higher medical bills, prescription costs, and co-pays even without changing insurance plans. Earlier, on November 11, 2025, the station highlighted South Florida's high rates of HIV and syphilis infections, emphasizing their significant impact on men's health in the region. Previously, on September 5, 2025, WPBF 25 News announced the impending closure of the Lake Worth Drive-In Theatre and Swap Shop, a long-standing fixture in Palm Beach County, effective September 30 due to local regulatory restrictions. This followed urologic surgeon Dr. Mourad Abouelleil's appearance on WPBF 25 News' 'On The Record' program on September 2, 2025, where he discussed the latest advancements in treating bladder, prostate, and kidney cancers, coinciding with August's Cancer Support Month.