The Florida Department of Health has announced the launch of the Florida Health Care Innovation Loan Program, an annual $50 million initiative aimed at supporting new ideas to improve health care delivery and quality in the state.
The Florida Department of Health is observing Fentanyl Awareness and Education Day, following the passage of House Bill 259 by the Florida Legislature on May 23, 2025.
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has removed COVID-19 mRNA vaccines from its recommended immunization schedule for healthy children and pregnant women.
Governor Ron DeSantis has introduced the Focus on Fiscal Responsibility budget, which includes new investments aimed at strengthening public health and health care access in Florida.
The Florida Department of Health and the Department of Children and Families have introduced new resources aimed at supporting parents throughout pregnancy and early parenthood.
The Florida Department of Health has announced that it is working with emergency managers across the state to prepare for potential impacts from the Gulf winter weather system.
The Florida Department of Health has issued new guidance on community water fluoridation, with State Surgeon General Dr. Joseph A. Ladapo recommending against the practice due to concerns over systemic fluoride exposure.
The Florida Department of Health is marking the 50th anniversary of the Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC), which has been providing nutrition services since 1974.
Since 1998, the Florida Department of Health’s Child Care Food Program (CCFP) has provided nutritious meals and snacks to eligible children enrolled with participating child care providers.
The Florida Department of Health has issued a reminder to the public and health care providers about the risks associated with non-medical marijuana use among children and adolescents.
The Florida Department of Health is advising residents and visitors to avoid floodwaters due to the risk of infection from Vibrio bacteria, including Vibrio vulnificus, following heavy rainfall and flooding expected from Hurricane Milton.
In anticipation of Hurricane Milton, the Florida Department of Health is urging residents to take steps to prevent mosquito bites as heavy rain and flooding can increase the risk of diseases spread by mosquitoes.
The Florida Department of Health announced preparations for special needs shelter operations as Hurricane Milton approaches anticipated landfall areas.
The Florida Department of Health has announced that, in response to Hurricane Milton and the declared state of emergency, early prescription refills are permitted for residents.
Governor Ron DeSantis has issued Executive Order 24-209, amending a previous order and declaring a state of emergency in numerous Florida counties as the state prepares for Potential Tropical Cyclone Nine.
The Florida Department of Health has announced preparations for special needs shelter operations as Potential Tropical Cyclone Nine approaches areas where landfall is expected.
On August 22, 2024, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approved updated mRNA COVID-19 vaccines from Pfizer-BioNTech and Moderna for individuals aged 12 and older, with emergency use authorization granted for children between 6 months and...