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Surgeon General Guidance

Florida's State Surgeon General, Joseph A. Ladapo, MD, PhD speaking at a podium
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State Surgeon General Dr. Joseph A. Ladapo Issues Community Water Fluoridation Guidance

November 22, 2024

The Florida Department of Health recommended against community water fluoridation due to potential neuropsychiatric risks, particularly for pregnant women and children.

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Guidance for Non-Medical Marijuana Use in Adolescents

October 22, 2024

The Florida Department of Health (Department) reminds individuals and health care providers to be aware of the potential negative impacts on children and adolescents from marijuana use.

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Florida State Surgeon General Calls for Halt in the Use of COVID-19 mRNA Vaccines

January 3, 2024

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Provider Alert – Florida State Surgeon General Issues New Guidance for Recently Approved COVID-19 Boosters

October 23, 2023

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