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.
Some veterans struggle to get COVID-19 vaccine
Some veterans say they have been denied a coronavirus vaccine or have gone through extra hoops to secure one.
Some veterans say they have been denied a coronavirus vaccine or have gone through extra hoops to secure one.
Typo led to vaccine shortage in Seminole County, state says
Seminole County said it was shorted coronavirus vaccine doses by the state. Thousands of people could have gotten their shot sooner had it not been for a typo.
Seminole County said it was shorted coronavirus vaccine doses by the state. Thousands of people could have gotten their shot sooner had it not been for a typo.
More COVID-19 variants reported in Central Florida
More variants of coronavirus have been reported in Central Florida. Orange County confirms 10 cases of the UK variant. Nine new cases have been reported since the first was reported in less than a week.
More variants of coronavirus have been reported in Central Florida. Orange County confirms 10 cases of the UK variant. Nine new cases have been reported since the first was reported in less than a week.
Seminole County churches answer vaccine call
Seminole County houses of worship are turning into vaccination centers.
Seminole County houses of worship are turning into vaccination centers.
Mayor Demings warns of fraudulent vaccine sites
Orange County officials are warning residents of fraudulent vaccination sites trying to take advantage of people who want a shot. The county has received complaints from some people who say they have been charged for the vaccine. Mayor Jerry Demings said the county will never charge you.
Orange County officials are warning residents of fraudulent vaccination sites trying to take advantage of people who want a shot. The county has received complaints from some people who say they have been charged for the vaccine. Mayor Jerry Demings said the county will never charge you.
Vaccine requirements at the VA?
Seniors 65 years of age and older are supposed to be first in line for the coronavirus vaccines, but some veterans are crying foul. One 79-year-old Sarasota County vet claims he was turned away because he makes too much money. It turns out, he's not alone.
Seniors 65 years of age and older are supposed to be first in line for the coronavirus vaccines, but some veterans are crying foul. One 79-year-old Sarasota County vet claims he was turned away because he makes too much money. It turns out, he's not alone.
Florida to get 330K COVID-19 vaccines this week
Nearly two million people in Florida have now received the COVID-19 vaccine, with more than seven out of 10 recipients over the age of 65. More seniors have been vaccinated in Florida than in any other state and more grocery stores across Florida could soon be turning into vaccine sites as part of the federal government's vaccine rollout.
Nearly two million people in Florida have now received the COVID-19 vaccine, with more than seven out of 10 recipients over the age of 65. More seniors have been vaccinated in Florida than in any other state and more grocery stores across Florida could soon be turning into vaccine sites as part of the federal government's vaccine rollout.
Seminole County shorted vaccines
Seminole County said it was shorted coronavirus vaccines from the state for weeks. It fought the state to prove their numbers were off, and they won. Seminole County had been receiving 1,900 doses a week, but the state will try to make up for that by sending nearly 4,000 this week.
Seminole County said it was shorted coronavirus vaccines from the state for weeks. It fought the state to prove their numbers were off, and they won. Seminole County had been receiving 1,900 doses a week, but the state will try to make up for that by sending nearly 4,000 this week.
Florida adds 5,737 new coronavirus cases, 120 deaths
The Florida Department of Health reported 5,737 new cases of coronavirus on Monday, along with 120 deaths.
The Florida Department of Health reported 5,737 new cases of coronavirus on Monday, along with 120 deaths.
$1,400 stimulus check update: When could you get your third payment?
Households could start to receive the payments in just a few weeks.
Households could start to receive the payments in just a few weeks.
Florida adds 6,624 new coronavirus cases, 97 additional deaths
The Florida Department of Health reported 6,624 new cases of coronavirus on Sunday, along with an additional 97 deaths.
The Florida Department of Health reported 6,624 new cases of coronavirus on Sunday, along with an additional 97 deaths.
Walmart, Winn-Dixie pharmacies to roll out COVID-19 vaccine this week
Publix has led the way, rolling out COVID-19 vaccines weeks ago in certain counties. Two other pharmacies, Winn Dixie and Walmart, will join them.
Publix has led the way, rolling out COVID-19 vaccines weeks ago in certain counties. Two other pharmacies, Winn Dixie and Walmart, will join them.
Florida adds 7,486 new coronavirus cases, 142 deaths
The Florida Department of Health reported 7,486 new cases of coronavirus and 142 deaths.
The Florida Department of Health reported 7,486 new cases of coronavirus and 142 deaths.
Nearly 37 million vaccinated
Nearly 37 million doses of the COVID-19 vaccine had been given out so far nationwide. Some people are reporting side effects after getting the shot.
Nearly 37 million doses of the COVID-19 vaccine had been given out so far nationwide. Some people are reporting side effects after getting the shot.
Florida adds 11,543 new coronavirus cases, 210 deaths
The Florida Department of Health reported 11,543 new cases of coronavirus and 210 additional deaths on Friday.
The Florida Department of Health reported 11,543 new cases of coronavirus and 210 additional deaths on Friday.
Orange County working to get homebound seniors vaccinated
Not every senior has access to a car or the Internet, and for those people, it?s hard to register for and then get a vaccine.
Not every senior has access to a car or the Internet, and for those people, it?s hard to register for and then get a vaccine.
People traveling around the world to get vaccine
Many people desperately want to get the coronavirus vaccine, and now some are going so far as to take a trip across the globe just to get one.
Many people desperately want to get the coronavirus vaccine, and now some are going so far as to take a trip across the globe just to get one.
Shots for seniors stranded in their homes
The state is offering a COVID-19 vaccine lifeline for seniors dealing with mobility issues and are stranded in their homes. They can't get out of the house, so starting next week, the shots will go to them.
The state is offering a COVID-19 vaccine lifeline for seniors dealing with mobility issues and are stranded in their homes. They can't get out of the house, so starting next week, the shots will go to them.
Search for stolen car with vaccines
Authorities are looking for a vehicle that was stolen in Polk County, Florida and is said to have contained dozens of Pfizer coronavirus vaccines.
Authorities are looking for a vehicle that was stolen in Polk County, Florida and is said to have contained dozens of Pfizer coronavirus vaccines.