Governor Ron DeSantis today announced eight Publix pharmacies in Indian River County and 11 Publix pharmacies in St. Lucie County will begin offering the COVID vaccine, bringing the total in the state of Florida to 261 Publix locations in 20 counties. [Read more…] about Governor Ron DeSantis Announces Additional COVID-19 Vaccination Sites at Publix Super Markets to Support Seniors First
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State Farm is helping future Latino leaders develop communication skills
The National Hispanic Institute (NHI), which has been developing young Latino leaders since its 1979 founding, is pleased to announce that it will be renewing its partnership with State Farm in 2021. [Read more…] about State Farm is helping future Latino leaders develop communication skills
FHCA Joins Governor DeSantis to Highlight Long Term Care Vaccinations
FHCA Executive Director Emmett Reed today joined Governor Ron DeSantis in a press conference in Jacksonville to discuss vaccinations in our state’s long term care facilities. [Read more…] about FHCA Joins Governor DeSantis to Highlight Long Term Care Vaccinations
Governor Ron DeSantis: Florida Putting Seniors First and Leading the Nation in Vaccinations for Those 65+
Governor Ron DeSantis today provided an update on Florida’s COVID-19 vaccine distribution efforts, highlighting steps the state is taking to increase vaccinations and put Florida’s Seniors First. [Read more…] about Governor Ron DeSantis: Florida Putting Seniors First and Leading the Nation in Vaccinations for Those 65+
Make Sure Protective Eyewear is on Your Holiday Shopping Lists
The Florida Society of Ophthalmology and the American Academy of Ophthalmology
urge the public to celebrate with an eye on safety this holiday season.
In the beloved holiday movie, A Christmas Story, Ralphie attempts to convince his parents and Santa that a Red Ryder BB gun is the perfect Christmas gift. [Read more…] about Make Sure Protective Eyewear is on Your Holiday Shopping Lists
Sixty Percent of Americans with Diabetes Skip Annual Sight-Saving Exams
Florida Society of Ophthalmology reiterates the
importance of dilated eye exams in preventing vision loss
People with diabetes are at increased risk of developing serious eye diseases, yet most do not have sight-saving, annual eye exams, according to a large study conducted by the Wills Eye Hospital in collaboration with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. [Read more…] about Sixty Percent of Americans with Diabetes Skip Annual Sight-Saving Exams
Mast Joins EPA Administrator To Announce New Plan To Combat Ocean Pollution
U.S. Congressman Brian Mast (FL-18) today joined Environmental Protection Agency Administrator Andrew Wheeler to announce the new U.S Federal Strategy for Addressing the Global Issues of Marine Litter. [Read more…] about Mast Joins EPA Administrator To Announce New Plan To Combat Ocean Pollution
United States Supreme Court Hears Case of Port St. Lucie Rape Survivor Harmony Allen
Mast Convinced The Solicitor General To Bring The Case Before The Supreme Court
The Supreme Court of the United States today heard oral arguments for a case involving Port St. Lucie resident and rape survivor Harmony Allen. [Read more…] about United States Supreme Court Hears Case of Port St. Lucie Rape Survivor Harmony Allen
24 Hour Fitness Discusses Health and Safety Precautions and Importance of Keeping Gyms Open
In a recent interview with NBC 6, 24 Hour Fitness CEO, Tony Ueber, discusses going “above and beyond” to keep team members and club members safe while working out in gyms. [Read more…] about 24 Hour Fitness Discusses Health and Safety Precautions and Importance of Keeping Gyms Open
Mast Fights To Stop Toxic Discharges, Defend Florida’s Waterways In Congressional Hearing
U.S. Congressman Brian Mast (FL-18) this morning took his fight against toxic discharges from Lake Okeechobee to Congress as the Subcommittee on Water Resources and Environment held a hearing on “The Comprehensive Everglades Restoration Plan and Water Management in Florida.” [Read more…] about Mast Fights To Stop Toxic Discharges, Defend Florida’s Waterways In Congressional Hearing
