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Florida Is No. 2 in Norovirus Outbreaks: Here’s How to Dodge the Dreaded “Stomach Bug”

Florida Is No. 2 in Norovirus Outbreaks: Here’s How to Dodge the Dreaded “Stomach Bug”

By Zulekha PittsJanuary 8, 2025

Norovirus strikes Florida hard, ranking the state No. 2 nationwide for outbreaks between 2023 and 2024.

Goin’ Hungry: Parkland School Snack Ban Sparks Parent Outrage

Goin’ Hungry: Parkland School Snack Ban Sparks Parent Outrage

By Zulekha PittsAugust 27, 2024

Parents fight back against a sudden snack ban that is leaving kindergartners without food for nearly five hours. “It’s not acceptable,” one parent insists.

BBL Mecca: New Florida Law Aims to Curb Brazilian Butt Lift Deaths

BBL Mecca: New Florida Law Aims to Curb Brazilian Butt Lift Deaths

By Naomi FeinsteinAugust 30, 2023

Florida clamped down after the Brazilian butt lift secured a reputation as the deadliest plastic surgery.

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Field Trip: Tour the Lauderhill Site Dosing Patients with LSD

Field Trip: Tour the Lauderhill Site Dosing Patients with LSD

By Theo KarantsalisJune 9, 2023

Inside a seemingly run-of-the-mill gray medical building across from Lauderhill Sports Park, patients are being dosed with one of world’s most potent hallucinogenic drugs.

<i>Vagina Bible</i> Author Shares Florida CVS Refusal to Fill Rx for Pill Linked to Abortion

Vagina Bible Author Shares Florida CVS Refusal to Fill Rx for Pill Linked to Abortion

By Tom FinkelMay 4, 2023

“Hi @cvspharmacy,” reads OB/GYN Jen Gunter’s tweet. “Can you explain why your pharmacy in Florida refused to fill this prescription for misoprostol?”

All Abort! Floating Abortion Clinic May Serve Florida Via Gulf of Mexico

All Abort! Floating Abortion Clinic May Serve Florida Via Gulf of Mexico

By Alex DeLucaJuly 21, 2022

If Florida fully bans abortions, residents could soon access the procedure on a floating clinic in the Gulf of Mexico.

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Where to Get Your Toddler Vaccinated in South Florida

Where to Get Your Toddler Vaccinated in South Florida

By Alex DeLucaJuly 21, 2022

A list of places to get your toddler vaccinated for COVID-19 in Miami.

Proud Boy Rabbi Offers Religious Exemptions for COVID-19 Vaccines

Proud Boy Rabbi Offers Religious Exemptions for COVID-19 Vaccines

By Joshua CeballosOctober 11, 2021

A controversial rabbi and member of the far-right Proud Boys offers religious exemption letters for COVID-19 vaccine requirements.

Moderna’s mRNA HIV Vaccine Trial Accepts Miami Beach Man

Moderna’s mRNA HIV Vaccine Trial Accepts Miami Beach Man

By Michael MajchrowiczSeptember 25, 2021

Ernesto Orsetti has been accepted into Moderna’s mRNA HIV vaccine trials.

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Anti-Vaccine Extremist From South Florida Who Hoped to Get COVID-19 Has “Brutal” Case

Anti-Vaccine Extremist From South Florida Who Hoped to Get COVID-19 Has “Brutal” Case

By Alex DeLucaSeptember 20, 2021

Laura Loomer said a case of COVID-19 would be like eating “bad fajitas.” Now she’s pleading for prayers.

Local Feed Stores Sell Out of Ivermectin – And It’s Not for Their Horses

By Alex DeLucaSeptember 16, 2021

Several animal feed stores in South Florida report selling out of the anti-parasitic drug.

Florida Poison Control Reports Sudden Uptick in Ivermectin Calls

By Alex DeLucaAugust 25, 2021

Florida’s Poison Control Centers report a sudden surge in calls about ivermectin.

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Anti-Mask Dad Charged With Felony Child Abuse for Shoving Mask-Wearing Student

Anti-Mask Dad Charged With Felony Child Abuse for Shoving Mask-Wearing Student

By Alex DeLucaAugust 25, 2021

An anti-mask Fort Lauderdale father shoved a student into a fence at Fort Lauderdale High School.

Regardless of Mask Mandates, Teachers Will Use COVID to Teach Students Responsibility

Regardless of Mask Mandates, Teachers Will Use COVID to Teach Students Responsibility

By Alexi C. CardonaAugust 3, 2021

Miami-Dade teachers say they spent the previous school year using the pandemic as an opportunity to teach kids social responsibility.

Fauci at FIU Conference: “Don’t Declare Victory Prematurely”

Fauci at FIU Conference: “Don’t Declare Victory Prematurely”

By Joshua CeballosMay 21, 2021

“Vaccination, vaccination, and vaccination. It’s as simple as that,” he said.

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Judge Signs Settlement in Broward Jail Lawsuit, Approving COVID Protections

Judge Signs Settlement in Broward Jail Lawsuit, Approving COVID Protections

By Alexi C. CardonaMay 21, 2021

Sheriff Gregory Tony has agreed to implement COVID safety precautions in jails.

DeSantis Signs To-Go Cocktail Law – But Will It Help South Florida Restaurants?

DeSantis Signs To-Go Cocktail Law – But Will It Help South Florida Restaurants?

By Laine DossMay 19, 2021

The legislation sounds like a win for restaurant owners – until you read the fine print.

Hard News: UM Researchers Find That COVID-19 Can Cause Erectile Dysfunction

Hard News: UM Researchers Find That COVID-19 Can Cause Erectile Dysfunction

By Alexi C. CardonaMay 12, 2021

A University of Miami study finds that the coronavirus can live in penile tissue long after infection.

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Floridians Can Now Go Maskless at Most Major Gym Chains

Floridians Can Now Go Maskless at Most Major Gym Chains

By Joshua CeballosMay 12, 2021

After DeSantis lifted COVID-19 restrictions for the state, most major gym chains no longer require guests to wear masks inside.

Many South Florida Pharmacies No Longer Require Appointments for COVID Vaccine

Many South Florida Pharmacies No Longer Require Appointments for COVID Vaccine

By Alexi C. CardonaMay 7, 2021

Just as demand for the COVID-19 vaccine has dropped, it has become easier to get the shot if you want one.

Gramps to Offer Free Vaccinations Plus Pizza and Cocktails This Weekend

Gramps to Offer Free Vaccinations Plus Pizza and Cocktails This Weekend

By Laine DossMay 6, 2021

Get your COVID vaccine at Gramps this weekend and you’ll also get a free slice and a cocktail.

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Ch’i Restaurant Is Offering $1,000 Signing Bonuses to New Staff Members

Ch’i Restaurant Is Offering $1,000 Signing Bonuses to New Staff Members

By Laine DossMay 6, 2021

Ch’i is set to open in Brickell in the next few weeks.

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