DeSantis: Floridians 60 and up will soon be eligible for COVID-19 shots
Sometime this month, all Floridians age 60 and up will be eligible to receive COVID-19 vaccines, an expansion beyond the current restriction limiting the shots to people age 65 and over. That's according to Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis.
Gov. DeSantis says vaccine eligibility could be lowered to this age next
Current rules only allow vaccines to be given to those 65 and older with the exception of first responders, school employees or those who are considered 'high-risk.'
Volusia County vacation rentals busy following year of uncertainty
So far, 2021 is proving to be a good year for vacation rentals in Volusia County and other parts of Florida.
Orlando-based virtual tutoring service helps kids learn, for free
It started with three girls tutoring local kids, but a year later, they now have more than 150 tutors, helping more than 500 students across the country.
First shipment of Johnson & Johnson vaccine arrives in Florida
Late Thursday night, the first shipment of the Johnson & Johnson COVID-19 vaccine arrived in Florida. The FEMA site in Tampa, which was one of four that opened Wednesday across the state, began administering the vaccine Friday.
Florida reports 5,975 new COVID-19 cases on Wednesday, 135 more resident deaths
State healthcare agencies on Friday released the latest coronavirus numbers in Florida, reporting an increase of 5,975 new cases from a Thursday count.
Orange County requesting to vaccinate medically vulnerable under 65 at convention center
Orange County says the convention center vaccination site is operating under capacity.
Winn-Dixie expands COVID-19 vaccine eligibility to all Florida educators
In addition, Winn-Dixie has expanded distribution to 55 new store locations and 11 additional Florida counties.
Publix begins vaccinating all Florida teachers regardless of age
Pharmacies across Florida and the federal vaccination sites have said that they will vaccinate all teachers and daycare workers, no matter what age.
Walk-ups welcomed but confusion remains at FEMA vaccine site in Orlando
The pace is picking up at the federal vaccine side in Orange County. On Wednesday, there were shots left over, but on Thursday, it was packed. You can make an appointment or you could just walk up to this site. Still, many told FOX 35 News they were turned away due to confusion over eligibility and proper documentation.
6,118 new COVID-19 cases reported in Florida on Thursday, 120 resident deaths
State healthcare agencies on Thursday released the latest coronavirus numbers in Florida, reporting an increase of 6,118 new cases from a Wednesday count.
No shipment of Johnson & Johnson vaccine for Florida next week
Florida is expecting a shipment of 175,000 doses of the Johnson and Johnson vaccine this week but no additional doses next week.
Federal vaccination sites expands eligibility to all teachers, daycare workers
Officials are reminding residents that appointments are encouraged but not necessary.
Gov. DeSantis faces growing charges of vaccine favoritism
DeSantis pushed back Thursday, saying a local hospital — not the state — was behind the vaccinations in question.
Walmart expands vaccine eligibility to all Florida teachers, daycare workers
The Federal Retail Pharmacy Program was updated after President Biden said all states prioritize school staff and childcare workers for vaccinations.
DeSantis: 'In Florida, we will NOT do any vaccine mandates'
"This is your choice."
Federal COVID-19 vaccine site opens in Orlando on Wednesday
In addition to the site at Valencia College, there are two satellite sites that will be run each day in underserved neighborhoods.
Florida reports 6,014 new COVID-19 cases on Wednesday, 132 more resident deaths
State healthcare agencies on Wednesday released the latest coronavirus numbers in Florida, reporting an increase of 6,014 new cases from a Tuesday count.
'Extremely vulnerable' patients must have this form to get COVID vaccine in Florida
The Florida Department of Health has published a form for physicians to certify that they have determined an individual to be extremely vulnerable to COVID-19 and eligible to receive the vaccine.
Test cruises help industry prepare for when sailings begin again
Test cruises are being done to help the industry prepare for when ships start sailing again amid the pandemic.