Research underway on how COVID-19 variants are spreading in Florida
AdventHealth is taking an extremely close look at the virus to find out which COVID-19 variants are in Central Florida specifically.
Florida reports largest daily COVID-19 case increase in a month
As of Thursday morning, 9,136,036 doses of the COVID-19 vaccine have been distributed in Florida. That covers 5,979,461 people.
When will COVID-19 restrictions ease up? Health experts explain
Shots are opening up to all Florida adults next week and health experts are laying out a timeline on when COVID-19 related restrictions could ease up.
Union: Disney employees to get paid for getting COVID-19 vaccine
The union that represents many Walt Disney World employees encourages cast members to get vaccinated as soon as they are eligible.
Florida school district to offer vaccine to students 16 and older
Lake County Schools announced the vaccine offer on Wednesday, stating that they will offer doses at its high schools starting next week.
Could you receive a fourth stimulus check? Momentum grows for recurring payments
21 Senate Democrats urge Biden to send recurring checks as part of infrastructure bill.
Florida adds 5,062 new coronavirus cases, 91 additional deaths
The Florida Department of Health reported 5,062 new coronavirus cases and 91 additional deaths on Tuesday.
Krispy Kreme defends its offer of free doughnuts for vaccinated people
"Krispy Kreme offering free doughnuts for getting vaccinated is like Marlboro offering free cigarettes for getting a flu shot," one doctor said, criticizing the company for using the COVID-19 vaccine as a "marketing ploy."
Florida federal vaccine sites to administer at least 1,000 first doses per day
The federally-run vaccine site at Orlando's Valencia College campus administered 3,000 first doses on Monday, as the state's age eligibility dropped to 40 and up.
Florida reports 3,374 new cases of coronavirus, 69 additional deaths
The Florida Health Department of Health reported 3,374 new coronavirus cases and 69 additional deaths on Monday.
COVID-19 vaccine eligibility drops to 40 across Florida
Then, starting Monday, April 5th, COVID-19 vaccine eligibility will open up to everyone 18 and older.
Publix reopens vaccine portal as age eligibility drops to 40 statewide
Those booking on Monday will receive the two-dose Moderna vaccine.
Florida adds 4,865 new coronavirus cases, 36 additional deaths
The Florida Department of Health reported 4,865 new coronavirus cases on Sunday, along with 36 additional deaths.
Florida adds 5,688 new COVID-19 cases, 26 deaths
The Florida Department of Health reported 5,688 new cases of coronavirus on Saturday, along with an additional 26 deaths.
Florida teens 16+ eligible to receive Pfizer vaccine starting April 5
As the state gears up to allow everyone 18 and older to receive the coronavirus vaccines on April 5, health officials are also clarifying what that means for some under the age of 18.
Florida adds 5,750 new coronavirus cases, 159 additional deaths
The Florida Department of Health reported 5,750 new cases of coronavirus on Friday, along with 159 additional deaths.
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18-plus can get vaccinated April 5 in Florida
As Florida prepares to expand COVID-19 vaccine eligibility to all, officials are hopeful that young adults will get vaccinated as they represent a demographic with a high infection rate.
Orange County mayor pleased with vaccine expansion
Orange County Mayor Jerry Demings said he is happy that the governor has announced an expansion of eligibility of the COVID-19 vaccine. So far, more than 63 percent of seniors in Orange County have gotten their vaccine and overall more than 17 percent of all Orange County residents have received the shot, health officials say.
Mother finally gets to see son after extended COVID battle
After spending 84 days in the hospital fighting COVID-19, a Florida mother gets the medicine she so desperately needs in the form of a hug from her little boy. She tested positive for coronavirus back in December, and she's been in the hospital ever since, fighting to survive.