Florida COVID-19 hospitalizations continue to decline, officials say
The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services on Thursday reported that 10,247 inpatients at 253 Florida hospitals had COVID-19.
The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services on Thursday reported that 10,247 inpatients at 253 Florida hospitals had COVID-19.
Pfizer to seek vaccine approval for kids
COVID-19 cases are dropping worldwide, but the number of children catching the virus is reaching record levels. The good news is that it may be only a few more weeks until kids under the age of 12 are eligible for the vaccine.
COVID-19 cases are dropping worldwide, but the number of children catching the virus is reaching record levels. The good news is that it may be only a few more weeks until kids under the age of 12 are eligible for the vaccine.
DeSantis: Florida cities, counties that require employees get vaccinated will be fined
Florida Governor Ron DeSantis announced on Monday that any city or county that requires its employees to be vaccinated against COVID-19 will be fined $5,000 per infraction.
Florida Governor Ron DeSantis announced on Monday that any city or county that requires its employees to be vaccinated against COVID-19 will be fined $5,000 per infraction.
DeSantis threatens fines for vaccine requirements
Florida Governor Ron DeSantis announced on Monday that any city or county that requires its employees to be vaccinated against COVID-19 will be fined thousands of dollars for each infraction.
Florida Governor Ron DeSantis announced on Monday that any city or county that requires its employees to be vaccinated against COVID-19 will be fined thousands of dollars for each infraction.
Orlando venue will require proof of vaccination or negative COVID-19 test
President Biden actually pleaded to venues during his speech on Thursday, stating “please require folks to get vaccinated or show a negative test.”
President Biden actually pleaded to venues during his speech on Thursday, stating “please require folks to get vaccinated or show a negative test.”
Florida reacts to President Joe Biden's vaccine mandate
The reaction to President Joe Biden's vaccine requirements has been swift, with some showing support and others going against the move.
The reaction to President Joe Biden's vaccine requirements has been swift, with some showing support and others going against the move.
Study could potentially change blood donation policy for gay men
Gay and bisexual men cannot donate blood if it has been less than three months since their last sexual contact.
Gay and bisexual men cannot donate blood if it has been less than three months since their last sexual contact.
Central Florida school districts face substitute teacher shortage
Seminole and Volusia County Schools are facing the same crisis: a substitute teacher shortage in part due to COVID-19.
Seminole and Volusia County Schools are facing the same crisis: a substitute teacher shortage in part due to COVID-19.
U.S. Rep. Darren Soto tests positive for COVID-19
"I encourage everyone to #GetVaccinated to save lives!" he tweeted.
"I encourage everyone to #GetVaccinated to save lives!" he tweeted.
How to survive a rip current: Experts explain
The Volusia County Beach Safety Patrol swam FOX 35 reporter Holly Bristow through a rip current to demonstrate how swimmers can safely get out of one.
The Volusia County Beach Safety Patrol swam FOX 35 reporter Holly Bristow through a rip current to demonstrate how swimmers can safely get out of one.
AdventHealth downgrades to 'yellow status' as hospitalizations decline statewide
AdventHealth says they have about 1,200 COVID-19 patients in its Central Florida hospitals. That is down from about 1,700 at its peak a few weeks ago.
AdventHealth says they have about 1,200 COVID-19 patients in its Central Florida hospitals. That is down from about 1,700 at its peak a few weeks ago.
COVID-19 hospitalizations in Florida continue to decline
Data showed that 82.67 percent of Florida inpatient beds were occupied, down from 87.17 percent on Tuesday.
Data showed that 82.67 percent of Florida inpatient beds were occupied, down from 87.17 percent on Tuesday.
Florida continues to see decrease in COVID-19 hospitalizations
Florida hospitals have faced a huge influx of patients during the past two months as the highly contagious delta variant of the coronavirus has caused case numbers, serious illnesses, and deaths to surge.
Florida hospitals have faced a huge influx of patients during the past two months as the highly contagious delta variant of the coronavirus has caused case numbers, serious illnesses, and deaths to surge.
Lake County school board to vote on proposed mask policy
The policy would require schools with the highest number of COVID-19 cases to require masks until cases drop. Parents can opt their children out though.
The policy would require schools with the highest number of COVID-19 cases to require masks until cases drop. Parents can opt their children out though.
Closer look at monoclonal antibody treatment
Florida Governor Ron DeSantis says monoclonal antibody treatments are working wonders for patients here in Central Florida suffering from a COVID-19 infection, but there is one key factor: time. While the treatment is being touted by the governor, many health officials caution that it is not a substitute for a vaccination.
Florida Governor Ron DeSantis says monoclonal antibody treatments are working wonders for patients here in Central Florida suffering from a COVID-19 infection, but there is one key factor: time. While the treatment is being touted by the governor, many health officials caution that it is not a substitute for a vaccination.
OUC says water emergency continues due to COVID
COVID-19 hospitalizations are dropping but the Orlando Utilities Commission said the city is still running low on liquid oxygen. The liquid oxygen that is normally used to purify drinking water is being diverted to hospitals for the treatment of coronavirus patients.
COVID-19 hospitalizations are dropping but the Orlando Utilities Commission said the city is still running low on liquid oxygen. The liquid oxygen that is normally used to purify drinking water is being diverted to hospitals for the treatment of coronavirus patients.
DeSantis against 'biomedical security state'
Florida Governor Ron DeSantis is standing firm against a vaccine passport, saying businesses will be fined if they ask people for proof of vaccination. He spoke in Pensacola saying he does not want people to live in a biomedical security state.
Florida Governor Ron DeSantis is standing firm against a vaccine passport, saying businesses will be fined if they ask people for proof of vaccination. He spoke in Pensacola saying he does not want people to live in a biomedical security state.
Custom hormone replacement therapy helping many stay active
We all want to age gracefully, while still doing the things we enjoy. Millions of Americans are staying active longer than ever and some are enjoying the benefits of custom hormone replacement therapy. Many of these treatments are not covered by insurance so you need to consult your health care professional.
We all want to age gracefully, while still doing the things we enjoy. Millions of Americans are staying active longer than ever and some are enjoying the benefits of custom hormone replacement therapy. Many of these treatments are not covered by insurance so you need to consult your health care professional.
AdventHealth can now help more patients as COVID hospitalizations ease
It's a small step in the right direction as AdventHealth hospitals go from black to red status. Black status meant they were only doing the most critical outpatient procedures that did not require an overnight stay. Red status means they are now scheduling same-day outpatient procedures, pending approval.
It's a small step in the right direction as AdventHealth hospitals go from black to red status. Black status meant they were only doing the most critical outpatient procedures that did not require an overnight stay. Red status means they are now scheduling same-day outpatient procedures, pending approval.
Vaccinated nursing home residents test positive for COVID
Authorities said nine residents of an Orange County long-term care facility were taken to the hospital, testing positive for the coronavirus. All residents had received a COVID-19 vaccine.
Authorities said nine residents of an Orange County long-term care facility were taken to the hospital, testing positive for the coronavirus. All residents had received a COVID-19 vaccine.