Florida senate signs off on health care changes
Three high-priority health care bills cleared the Senate on Monday, likely setting the stage for House Speaker Jose Oliva to claim a victory in his effort to revamp the health system.
Three high-priority health care bills cleared the Senate on Monday, likely setting the stage for House Speaker Jose Oliva to claim a victory in his effort to revamp the health system.
Key hospital budget issues resolved in Florida
Florida lawmakers are close to reaching a deal on health-care spending for the coming year.
Florida lawmakers are close to reaching a deal on health-care spending for the coming year.
Canadian drug imports could get the go-ahead
Gov. Ron DeSantis’ push to allow the state to import prescription drugs from Canada inched closer to passage Friday in the Senate.
Gov. Ron DeSantis’ push to allow the state to import prescription drugs from Canada inched closer to passage Friday in the Senate.
Florida gene study could determine your risk for an early heart attack
A first-of-its-kind study on the horizon in Florida could determine if you carry the genes that could increase your risk of an early heart attack.
A first-of-its-kind study on the horizon in Florida could determine if you carry the genes that could increase your risk of an early heart attack.
Senate tees up drug formulary 'transparency' plan
The Senate on Thursday queued up for passage a bill that would require insurance companies and health maintenance organizations to report all of the changes made to their drug formularies during a policy year.
The Senate on Thursday queued up for passage a bill that would require insurance companies and health maintenance organizations to report all of the changes made to their drug formularies during a policy year.
Florida Senate passes wide-ranging health insurance proposal
The Florida Senate on Thursday passed a sweeping health insurance bill that could protect hundreds of thousands of Floridians with pre-existing conditions while at the same time blunting the impact of the federal health care law.
The Florida Senate on Thursday passed a sweeping health insurance bill that could protect hundreds of thousands of Floridians with pre-existing conditions while at the same time blunting the impact of the federal health care law.
Potentially deadly 'kissing bug' spreading across the United States
The 'kissing bug' is spreading across the United States, despite its seemingly harmless sounding name.
The 'kissing bug' is spreading across the United States, despite its seemingly harmless sounding name.
Florida House backs break for hospice doctors
With little comment, the Florida House on Wednesday unanimously passed a bill that would exempt hospice doctors from being required to check a state database before prescribing controlled substances to patients.
With little comment, the Florida House on Wednesday unanimously passed a bill that would exempt hospice doctors from being required to check a state database before prescribing controlled substances to patients.
Major insurance bill headed to Governor DeSantis
After a fierce lobbying battle that included arguments about insurance rates and “bad actors,” the Florida Senate on Wednesday approved an overhaul of the insurance practice known as assignment of benefits.
After a fierce lobbying battle that included arguments about insurance rates and “bad actors,” the Florida Senate on Wednesday approved an overhaul of the insurance practice known as assignment of benefits.
E. coli outbreak linked to ground beef spreads to 10 states, sickens 156, CDC reports
An E. coli outbreak linked to tainted ground beef has spread to 10 states, with 156 people testing positive for infection, according to the Centers for Disease Control (CDC).
An E. coli outbreak linked to tainted ground beef has spread to 10 states, with 156 people testing positive for infection, according to the Centers for Disease Control (CDC).
Hepatitis A outbreak continues to grow in Florida
The number of cases of hepatitis A in Florida has continued to steadily increase, with the largest concentration of the outbreak in the Tampa Bay area, according to numbers posted on the state Department of Health website.
The number of cases of hepatitis A in Florida has continued to steadily increase, with the largest concentration of the outbreak in the Tampa Bay area, according to numbers posted on the state Department of Health website.
Measles alert issued for travelers
Orlando International Airport is one of the main gateways for visitors to come to central Florida. Orange County health officials say it's critical for visitors and locals alike to make sure they're vaccinated against measles.
Orlando International Airport is one of the main gateways for visitors to come to central Florida. Orange County health officials say it's critical for visitors and locals alike to make sure they're vaccinated against measles.
Workplace vaping ban headed to Governor DeSantis
More than five months after Florida voters approved a ban on workplace vaping, the issue is on the way to Gov. Ron DeSantis.
More than five months after Florida voters approved a ban on workplace vaping, the issue is on the way to Gov. Ron DeSantis.
Pre-cut melon sold at Walmart, Target, and other stores recalled due to salmonella outbreak
Caito Foods LLC is recalling pre-cut watermelon, cantaloupe, honeydew melon, and fruit medley products due to a possible salmonella outbreak.
Caito Foods LLC is recalling pre-cut watermelon, cantaloupe, honeydew melon, and fruit medley products due to a possible salmonella outbreak.
House approves Canadian drug imports
Drugs from Canada could be imported into Florida if the federal government agrees, under a bill that passed the state House on Thursday.
Drugs from Canada could be imported into Florida if the federal government agrees, under a bill that passed the state House on Thursday.
Vaping ban ready for approval in Florida House
The state’s voter-approved ban on vaping in workplaces is one step closer to reality.
The state’s voter-approved ban on vaping in workplaces is one step closer to reality.
Florida House ready to pass drug importation plan
A move to allow the state to import prescription drugs from Canada is one step closer to passing the Florida House, which took up the plan Wednesday and readied it for a vote.
A move to allow the state to import prescription drugs from Canada is one step closer to passing the Florida House, which took up the plan Wednesday and readied it for a vote.
Florida House panel rejects nicotine measure
A House panel has rejected a bill that would have included nicotine products under the legal definition of “tobacco products.”
A House panel has rejected a bill that would have included nicotine products under the legal definition of “tobacco products.”
Florida Senators looking to wipe away sunscreen bans
A Senate panel on Tuesday approved a bill that would threaten local governments with hefty fines if they prohibit the sale of certain sunscreens, though lawmakers dropped an initial part of the bill that would have prevented local officials from banning plastic straws.
A Senate panel on Tuesday approved a bill that would threaten local governments with hefty fines if they prohibit the sale of certain sunscreens, though lawmakers dropped an initial part of the bill that would have prevented local officials from banning plastic straws.
Governor DeSantis tries to build support for prescription drug imports from Canada
In a move that could suggest one of his top legislative priorities is encountering stiff resistance, Gov. Ron DeSantis took time Monday to defend his push to allow the importation of prescription drugs from Canada.
In a move that could suggest one of his top legislative priorities is encountering stiff resistance, Gov. Ron DeSantis took time Monday to defend his push to allow the importation of prescription drugs from Canada.