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FL patients face uncertain future amid prescription drug program challenges
The 340B Drug Pricing Program, designed to provide discounted medications to safety-net hospitals and clinics serving low-income populations…
Controversial FL state park development meetings postponed
In a rare unifying and bipartisan rebuke, the Florida Department of Environmental Protection has postponed tomorrow's meetings to discuss a …
Roadblocks to health persist for kids in FL
Health insurance prospects for Florida kids are not improving, despite pushes to increase coverage rates in the state. Florida continues to deny …
Obstáculos a la salud persisten para los niños en FL
Las perspectivas de seguro médico para los niños de Florida no están mejorando, a pesar de los esfuerzos para aumentar las tasas de …
FL child care centers brace for above average hurricane season
The nonprofit organization Save the Children is collaborating with child care providers in Florida ahead of the upcoming hurricane season. The group …
Florida Health Centers step up as Walmart closes rural health-care services
Last week, Walmart became the latest major retailer to retreat from providing direct health-care service by announcing closures of all its health …
Get ahead of Tax Day: IRS introduces free tax-filing program
Florida residents can now file their simple income-tax forms for free and save time through the Internal Revenue Service's Direct File pilot program…
Expert tips to prevent cavities for Children's Dental Health Month
Beyond celebrating Valentine's Day, February is Children's Dental Health Month - which serves as a reminder to prioritize oral health habits that can …
FL sees drop in national health rankings among states
Florida has dropped to the 31st position among states in national health rankings. It's a decline from last year's 27th spot. Local public health …
Proposed rule aims to protect retirement savers from unscrupulous advisers
The Biden administration has proposed a rule to help people save more in retirement and avoid "junk" fees from unscrupulous financial advisers…
Report: Florida Power & Light scores high in transition to clean energy
In its latest report rating the progress of utility companies transitioning from fossil fuels such as coal into clean energy like wind and solar…
Avoid last-minute crush of choosing a health plan
When it comes to open enrollment and navigating the many health care options, experts say starting your research sooner rather than later is the best …