COVID Booster For FL Kids Gets FDA OK: What It Means

As the latest variant pushes up the number of COVID cases in Florida, the FDA has OKed a booster dose of Pfizer for kids ages 5 to 11.

Beef Sold At FL Whole Foods Stores Could Contain Plastic: USDA

Consumers reported finding hard, rigid plastic in some ground beef sold at Whole Foods stores in FL and nationwide, according to the USDA.

Florida Hospital Safety Grades 2022: The Best And Worst

Safety grades by the health care watchdog group Leapfrog for 2022 show over 60 FL hospitals got an A, while 1 got an F during the pandemic.

Ground Beef Sold In FL Recalled Over E. Coli Risk

More than 120,000 pounds of potentially tainted beef was shipped to food service companies and retailers in Florida and other states.

Norovirus In FL: Why Cases Are Increasing

Public health officials in FL say cases of the highly contagious norovirus stomach bug are tied to shipments of tainted oysters.

FDA Authorizes 2nd Booster: What To Know In FL

Find out here who is eligible in Florida to get a second COVID-19 booster shot following the FDA's approval Tuesday.

Mayo Clinic In Florida Announces $432M Expansion Project

Construction is expected to begin later this year and will be completed by the end of 2026, Mayo Clinic officials said.

How To Get An Affordable Flu Shot In Florida

GoodRx is working with leading pharmacy chains to get you lower prices for your flu shot.

A New Version Of The Delta Variant Has Been Spreading Globally And Been Detected In Florida

Floridians are likely familiar with the delta variant, which is highly contagious, spreads faster and causes more COVID-19 infections.

State Health Department Report: More Than Half Of Young Kids, Teens In Florida Vaccinated

An official from the state health department told lawmakers recently more than half of young people have been vaccinated against COVID-19.

Florida Hospital Systems Are Looking To Expand In-Home Medical Care, But Will Lawmakers Go Along?

In response to the pandemic, overwhelmed hospitals in Florida have found innovative ways to deliver health services to residents’ homes.

Florida's COVID Death Toll Reaches 50,000; Only 2 Other States Have Higher Numbers

The death cases rose to 50,000 in September, illustrating the breadth of residents who died in a pandemic turmoil which continues to ravage.

Meet An “Amazing” Who Provides Uplift Throughout The Pandemic

Bonnie Bowen, at 91, continues to do what she loves best: create watercolors that inspire, uplift and support others.

Here’s How Well Nurses Are Paid In Florida

Nurses in Florida are on the front lines of the battle against the coronavirus. See how much they’re paid in our state compared to others.

How To Get The Coronavirus Vaccine In Florida

Struggling to figure out where and when you can get the coronavirus vaccine in Florida? Patch has some answers.

15 Florida Hospitals Ranked Among 2021’s Best

A new ranking by Healthgrades evaluates the top 50, 100 and 250 hospitals in America. These Florida hospitals made the list.

Four Federal Vaccination Sites To Open In Florida: DeSantis

Federally run vaccination sites will open March 3 in Jacksonville, Miami, Orlando and Tampa.

FL Women Pose As Grannies To Cut To Front Of Vaccine Line: DOH

Two women posed as seniors to receive their first vaccine shot in Orange County but were caught when they returned for their booster shots.

Miami-Dade County Launching Phone Option For Vaccine Appointments

The county will also open vaccine distribution sites at Miami Dade College’s north campus and Zoo Miami.

300,000 Dead: Remembering Floridians We Lost To Coronavirus

Here at Patch, we know your friends, families and loved ones are more than numbers. We want to help you share the stories of FL lives lost.

FL Providing Rapid Coronavirus Tests To Senior Homes, Schools

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis said 400,000 BinaxNOW​ tests will be distributed this week alone.

Onions Recalled In Florida Due To Salmonella Risk

A salmonella outbreak linked to onions and products containing onions recently expanded to states including Florida.

Planet Fitness Reopening Broward County Locations, May 29

Health and safety of members and staff is a top priority

Amid Pandemic, FDA Seizes Cheaper Drugs From Canada

The seizures come as the government works with Florida and other states to set up a system to help more Americans import drugs from Canada.

With Coronavirus Rare In Rural Florida, Experts Dispute Way Forward

As of Tuesday night, 29 of Florida’s 67 counties had 10 or fewer cases of COVID-19, the disease caused by the coronavirus.

Coronavirus: FL Needs More Blood During 'Severe Blood Shortage'

As of Friday, more than 6,000 Red Cross blood drives have been canceled across the country due to coronavirus concerns.

696 Florida Nursing Homes Make U.S. News ‘Best’ Ratings

There were 51 nursing homes in Florida deemed the best by U.S. News & World Report in its list of the best nursing homes for 2019–2020.

Nestlé Toll House Cookie Recalled In Florida Over Rubber Concerns

Nestlé has recalled some varieties of its ready-to-bake cookie dough products in Florida over concerns they may contain rubber pieces.

E. Coli Outbreak Sickens 196, Including In Florida: CDC

Nearly 200 people across the country have been sickened by E. coli-tainted ground beef, including in Florida.

FL Consumers Among 177 Sickened By E.Coli-Tainted Ground Beef

Thousands of pounds of raw ground beef products were recalled after 177 people, including Florida consumers, became infected with E. coli.

Marketside Green Beans, Squash Recalled For Possible Listeria

Most of the Marketside brand green beans and butternut squash products were retrieved before being sent to retail stores.

Dozens Sickened At Florida Summer Camp

At least 33 children and three adults became sick at a Florida summer camp though it is unclear what caused the illnesses.

'Wash Your Stinking Hands': See ER Nurse's Plea For Flu Season

An ER nurse in Florida recounts some of the virus-spreading behavior she's seen during a particularly bad flu season.

Hundreds Fall Ill On Royal Caribbean Cruise From Fort Lauderdale

Ship doctors treated the afflicted passengers with over-the-counter drugs, the company told​ WPLG-TV.