OMNI Healthcare to mandate its employees receive the COVID-19 vaccine
OMNI Healthcare in Brevard County is mandating its employees get vaccinated as soon as they're eligible to get the shot.
OMNI Healthcare in Brevard County is mandating its employees get vaccinated as soon as they're eligible to get the shot.
Seminole County parents, students fired up over changes to prom, graduations.
Parents and students in Seminole County are fired up after learning that the coronavirus will impact proms and graduation ceremonies for the second year in a row for seniors.
Parents and students in Seminole County are fired up after learning that the coronavirus will impact proms and graduation ceremonies for the second year in a row for seniors.
Possible travel restrictions raised over UK variant
Florida has the most cases of the U.K. variant of the coronavirus with 343 people infected, and because of that, there are reports that the Biden administration is considering putting restrictions on domestic travel to the Sunshine State. That has Florida's governor and local mayors sounding off.
Florida has the most cases of the U.K. variant of the coronavirus with 343 people infected, and because of that, there are reports that the Biden administration is considering putting restrictions on domestic travel to the Sunshine State. That has Florida's governor and local mayors sounding off.
Walmart vaccination changes
Walmart admits it made a mistake with coronavirus vaccine appointments in Florida. The retailer said it erred, when it offered the shot to people under the age of 65 who have preexisting conditions.
Walmart admits it made a mistake with coronavirus vaccine appointments in Florida. The retailer said it erred, when it offered the shot to people under the age of 65 who have preexisting conditions.
Boosting vaccines for minority communities
Medical professionals at AdventHealth say there are disparities in the Black and Latino communities when it comes to the impacts of COVID-19 .
Medical professionals at AdventHealth say there are disparities in the Black and Latino communities when it comes to the impacts of COVID-19 .
Pandemic drives many to seek training for new job opportunities
People are pivoting during the pandemic, turning to trade schools instead of four-year colleges.
People are pivoting during the pandemic, turning to trade schools instead of four-year colleges.
DeSantis protest possible restrictions on travel
The White House is reportedly exploring new travel restrictions amid a rise in the United Kingdom variant of the coronavirus. Florida has more cases of that variant than any other state. Gov. Ron DeSantis has signaled he is opposed to the idea, calling it a political attack not based on science.
The White House is reportedly exploring new travel restrictions amid a rise in the United Kingdom variant of the coronavirus. Florida has more cases of that variant than any other state. Gov. Ron DeSantis has signaled he is opposed to the idea, calling it a political attack not based on science.
8.5K new COVID-19 cases, 180 more deaths reported in Florida
Florida's case total since the start of the pandemic is now at 1,806,805 and there have been 28,871 deaths as well.
Florida's case total since the start of the pandemic is now at 1,806,805 and there have been 28,871 deaths as well.
COVID-19 protections for healthcare workers
Last month, Florida lawmakers approved ae proposal to protect certain businesses from certain lawsuits. Under the bill, it would make it harder for people to sue healthcare providers. Opponents feel feel that this bill provides too much protection for healthcare workers, while supporters say this is crucial to help out our economy.
Last month, Florida lawmakers approved ae proposal to protect certain businesses from certain lawsuits. Under the bill, it would make it harder for people to sue healthcare providers. Opponents feel feel that this bill provides too much protection for healthcare workers, while supporters say this is crucial to help out our economy.
Coronavirus spreading among inmate population
No COVID-19 deaths have been reported at the Orange County Jail. Still, as the virus has spread rapidly among Florida's inmate population, jail officials are taking extra precautions.
No COVID-19 deaths have been reported at the Orange County Jail. Still, as the virus has spread rapidly among Florida's inmate population, jail officials are taking extra precautions.
More vaccines arrive at select Winn-Dixie stores on Thursday
Winn-Dixie will start giving out COVID-19 vaccines on Thursday, receiving 8,100 doses to start. Meanwhile, Walmart and Sam's Club will start vaccinating people on Friday. With this new program, plus what the counties and hospitals are doing, the state expects to administer more than 65,000 vaccines this week.
Winn-Dixie will start giving out COVID-19 vaccines on Thursday, receiving 8,100 doses to start. Meanwhile, Walmart and Sam's Club will start vaccinating people on Friday. With this new program, plus what the counties and hospitals are doing, the state expects to administer more than 65,000 vaccines this week.
DeSantis says Johnson & Johnson vaccine will increase supply
Florida will be receiving thousands more coronavirus vaccines this week, but Gov. Ron DeSantis is looking ahead to the end of the month, when Johnson and Johnson has its meeting with the Food and Drug Administration.
Florida will be receiving thousands more coronavirus vaccines this week, but Gov. Ron DeSantis is looking ahead to the end of the month, when Johnson and Johnson has its meeting with the Food and Drug Administration.
Florida reports 7.5K new COVID-19 cases, 165 more deaths
Florida's case total since the start of the pandemic is now at 1,798,280 and its death toll at 28,691.
Florida's case total since the start of the pandemic is now at 1,798,280 and its death toll at 28,691.
COVID-19 vaccine locations expanding in Florida
Walmart, Sam's Club, and Winn-Dixie are all joining Publix in getting coronavirus vaccines into arms. Florida is getting more than 340,000 doses of the vaccine in the coming.
Walmart, Sam's Club, and Winn-Dixie are all joining Publix in getting coronavirus vaccines into arms. Florida is getting more than 340,000 doses of the vaccine in the coming.
Using VR technology to train nursing students
The pandemic is changing the way future nurses are learning critical skills. AdventHealth University has become one of the first in Central Florida to use virtual reality.
The pandemic is changing the way future nurses are learning critical skills. AdventHealth University has become one of the first in Central Florida to use virtual reality.
Walmart to distribute COVID vaccines
Walmart locations across Florida and their sister stores, Sam's Club, will start offering coronavirus vaccines in 34 different counties. It's by appointment only, starting on Friday.
Walmart locations across Florida and their sister stores, Sam's Club, will start offering coronavirus vaccines in 34 different counties. It's by appointment only, starting on Friday.
Families want more access to vaccinated loved ones
Thousands of coronavirus vaccines are being given out at nursing homes and long-term care facilities across Florida. However, that doesn't mean families will get to see their loved ones more often, as many facilities remain restricted.
Thousands of coronavirus vaccines are being given out at nursing homes and long-term care facilities across Florida. However, that doesn't mean families will get to see their loved ones more often, as many facilities remain restricted.
Publix to distribute COVID-19 vaccines at more Central Florida stores
Seniors 65 and older can book their appointment at publix.com/covidvaccine.
Seniors 65 and older can book their appointment at publix.com/covidvaccine.
Florida adds 7,023 new coronavirus cases, 233 deaths
The Florida Department of Health reported 7,023 new cases of coronavirus, along with 233 additional Florida resident deaths.
The Florida Department of Health reported 7,023 new cases of coronavirus, along with 233 additional Florida resident deaths.
UK variant of coronavirus spreading rapidly
It is the new major concern in the COVID-19 pandemic: Variants of that virus are spreading like wildfire. Cases of the so-called British or U.K. variants are doubling every 10 days in the United States. There are now more than 200 cases around Florida, more than any other state in the country.
It is the new major concern in the COVID-19 pandemic: Variants of that virus are spreading like wildfire. Cases of the so-called British or U.K. variants are doubling every 10 days in the United States. There are now more than 200 cases around Florida, more than any other state in the country.