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Governor Ron DeSantis Announces the Floridians First 2026-2027 Budget
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Governor Ron DeSantis Announces Significant Investments to Enhance Health in Florida by Committing $4.1B in the Floridians First Budget

December 10, 2025

Governor Ron DeSantis announced his 2026-27 Floridians First Budget, which includes significant investments to introduce and enhance health care access and services for Florida’s communities.

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Florida Department of Health Announces Annual $50 Million Health Care Innovation Fund Revolving Loan Program

October 3, 2025

The Florida Department of Health launched the Florida Health Care Innovation Loan Program. The Florida Health Care Innovation Program supports innovative solutions that improve patient outcomes, and increase efficiency and access to quality care.

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Preschooler eating with friends
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Child Care Food Program Continues to Contribute to Child Wellness in Florida

September 30, 2025

The Florida Department of Health’s Child Care Food Program has provided nutritious meals and snacks to eligible children who are enrolled with participating child care providers. In 2024, program providers served 149,927,015 meals to approximately 298,000 Florida children.

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Governor RonDesantis announcing Cancer Innovation Funding
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ICYMI: Governor Ron DeSantis and First Lady Casey DeSantis Announce $60 Million Funding Opportunity for Innovative Cancer Research on World Cancer Research Day

September 24, 2025

Governor Ron DeSantis and First Lady Casey DeSantis announced $60 million in funding available to fund high-impact research, with a focus on nutrition practices for cancer prevention or treatment.

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Fentanyl is 50-100 times more potent than morphine
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Florida Department of Health Observes Fentanyl Awareness and Education Day

August 21, 2025

Florida Department of Health observes Fentanyl Awareness and Education Day, reminding residents of the dangers of fentanyl.

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Pasteurized vs. Raw Milk
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Florida Department of Health Provides Update on Raw Milk

August 4, 2025

The Florida Department of Health is providing an update on raw milk availability in the Northeast and Central Florida regions.

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Quote from State Surgeon General Dr. Joseph A. Ladapo: "Florida has continually demanded honest science and accountability in our public health decisions."
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CDC Removes COVID-19 mRNA Vaccines from Immunization Schedule, Florida Leads the Nation in Groundbreaking Public Health Shift

May 28, 2025

Florida has consistently prioritized data transparency, medical freedom, and parental rights over federal pressure and pharmaceutical influence.

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DOH Announces 2025 FRAME Program Application Cycle for Eligible Health Care Professionals

May 8, 2025

FRAME supports medical, dental, and mental health professionals by offsetting educational expenses that they incurred during the pursuit of their licensure. 

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The Department of Health and Department of Children and Families Launch New Parenting Resources

February 4, 2025

New website Strong Florida Moms will provide women with more info on pregnancy and motherhood

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Governor Desantis Focus on Fiscal Responsibility Budget Advances Public Health and Health Care for Floridians

February 4, 2025

Governor DeSantis’ Focus on Fiscal Responsibility Budget invests in cancer research, school health services, IT security, and public health initiatives to strengthen Florida’s health care system.

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