A number of related bills, known as the “Live Healthy Act,” were signed into law last week. Collectively the bills seek to address a myriad of issues impacting access to treatment and healthcare in Florida, including shortages in perinatal and mental health services. According to a study commissioned by the […]
Author: Emani Howard | SJGC Capital Bureau
Ruling expected on proposed abortion amendment
Planned Parenthood is one of the donors and supporters of Amendment 4, which the Florida Supreme Court is expected to rule on its status before April 1. Amendment 4, known colloquially as the Right to Reproductive Freedom Initiative, is candid and concise enough to appear on the election ballot this […]
Bill may mitigate the dangers of water contamination
It is no secret that the quality of water at public beaches, pools and bathing areas is critical for the health of the community. According to Dr. Beth Brady, a representative from Save the Manatee Club, water contamination results in higher mortality rates for aquatic and marine wildlife — as […]
Florida’s HIV patients may benefit from new program
This month the FDA gave a green light to states seeking less expensive prescription medications from Canada. It is formally called Section 804 Importation Program, or SIP, and Florida Governor Ron DeSantis said he anticipates SIP will save the state millions of dollars. “We will save $100 million plus a […]