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Influencer Clavicular Hospitalized After Suspected Overdose in Miami
Looksmaxxing influencer Clavicular, 20, was hospitalized in Miami after a suspected overdose during a livestream Tuesday night.
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Orlando ranks 24th healthiest city in America while Cape Coral lands at 150th
WalletHub study of 180 cities shows Orlando leads Florida at No. 24 nationally, while Cape Coral struggles at No. 150 in health rankings.
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Florida Appeals Court Reinterprets Workers' Comp Statute, May Reopen Claims
Florida's 1st District Court of Appeals overturned 32 years of precedent on workers' compensation statute of limitations, potentially affecting thousands of claims.
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NCH Rooney Heart Institute First in US to Use AI Heart Attack Prediction
Naples Comprehensive Health becomes first U.S. hospital to deploy two AI platforms that can predict heart attacks up to 10 years before symptoms appear.
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USF, Tampa General receive $2M to expand AI-driven rural cancer care
University of South Florida and Tampa General Hospital will use artificial intelligence tools to improve cervical cancer screening in rural Florida communities.
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Fire at Hollywood Gateway Inn evacuates 60 people, 4 injured
Early morning fire at Hollywood Gateway Inn on Polk Street forces evacuation of more than 60 people, with four requiring medical attention.
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Florida Cancer Specialists Contributes to KRAS G12D Therapy Study
Florida Cancer Specialists participated in Phase 1 study of setidegrasib, showing promising results for lung and pancreatic cancers with KRAS G12D mutations.
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Florida Insurance Premiums Drop as 185 Rate Filings Show Decreases
Florida homeowners and auto insurance premiums are falling as litigation drops and 18 new insurers enter the market following legal reforms.
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FWC locates vessel of interest in fatal Biscayne Bay hit-and-run crash
Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission found boat connected to March 25 crash that killed Davide Veglia and injured his 14-year-old son in Meloy Channel.
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Florida leads nationwide insurance data collection to track coverage trends
Florida Insurance Commissioner Mike Yaworsky chairs NAIC task force requiring insurers to submit detailed homeowners insurance data by ZIP code through 2025.
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Florida Silver Haired Legislature pushes Medicare pain medication reform
Florida seniors advocate for Medicare changes to reduce opioid steering and improve access to non-addictive pain medications through federal legislation.
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Miami mental health center sits empty 20 years after $50 million approval
The Miami Center for Mental Health and Recovery remains closed despite voter approval in 2004 and $50 million in renovations, as county leaders delay opening plans.
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Miami Father's Viral TikTok Plea Seeks Stem Cell Match for 15-Year-Old Son
Juan Uribe's plea for his son Max has reached 26 million viewers as the teen needs a stem cell transplant by May to treat a rare blood disorder.
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Pack Supermarket in Miami shut down third time for rodent violations
Pack Supermarket on NE 2nd Avenue closed again after inspectors found dead rat and multiple violations including rodent droppings near food prep areas.
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Florida reports 122 measles cases, ranks fourth nationally in infections
Florida has reported 122 confirmed measles cases as of March 19, ranking fourth in the nation behind South Carolina, Utah and Texas in total infections.
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Florida Appeals Court Ends 62-Year Expert Witness Rule for Attorney Fees
The 6th District Court of Appeals eliminated a decades-old practice requiring expert witnesses to testify on attorney fee awards in Florida lawsuits.
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Miami-Dade man returns from Cuba describing hospital crisis conditions
Luis Gomez, a South Florida personal trainer, witnessed deteriorating conditions at Cuban hospital during grandmother's surgery trip.
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Eight Central Florida restaurants forced to close by health inspectors
Health inspectors closed eight Central Florida eateries last week due to violations including rodent droppings, roaches, and lack of potable water.
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Tampa General Hospital Earns Florida Cancer Center of Excellence Designation
Tampa General Hospital Cancer Institute receives state designation as Cancer Center of Excellence, adding to its national accolades and top 10% ranking.
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DeSantis signs $31 million bill restoring HIV drug assistance for 11,000 Floridians
Gov. Ron DeSantis signed legislation providing $31 million in stopgap funding to restore AIDS Drug Assistance Program cuts through June 30.
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Nicklaus Children's Hospital hosts 40th annual camp for ventilator-dependent youth
Youth with special needs enjoy free week-long camp at Miami Beach with medical support from Nicklaus Children's Hospital's Ventilation Assisted Children's Center.
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Palm Beach County approves $145 million Two Waters Mental Health Center
Palm Beach County Health Care District announces $145 million Two Waters Mental Health Center on nearly 10 acres, set to open in 2029 with new crisis care approach.
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DeSantis AIDS drug program cuts proceed after judge denies injunction
Circuit Judge Jonathan Sjostrom denied AIDS Healthcare Foundation's request to stop emergency rules reducing eligibility for Florida's AIDS Drug Assistance Program.
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Hope Community Health Center Opens Free Clinic in Daytona Beach Friday
New free clinic on Derbyshire Road will serve uninsured residents with $250,000 in private donations funding the weekend operation.
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Two hospitalized after van crashes through Fort Lauderdale marina gate
A van plunged into water at Yacht Haven Park & Marina on State Road 84 Sunday night, sending two people to Broward Health Medical Center after near-drowning.
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Orlando Apartment Complex Evacuates 350 Residents After Structural Cracks Found
More than 350 residents evacuated from The Rialto apartment complex in southwest Orlando after fire officials discovered structural cracks on all five floors.
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Florida AIDS Walk raises $3 million as 2,000 gather at Fort Lauderdale Beach
The 21st annual Florida AIDS Walk & Music Festival drew more than 2,000 participants to Fort Lauderdale Beach, raising nearly $3 million for HIV/AIDS organizations.
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Orlando woman cuts insulin doses as ACA costs spike after subsidies expire
Priscilla Brown, 48, takes partial insulin doses to stretch medication as health care costs rise 80% for ACA enrollees after enhanced tax credits ended.
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Margie's Market opens in Sarasota's Newtown with $700,000 foundation grant
All Faith's Food Bank opens free grocery market in Sarasota's Newtown community, funded by Charles and Margery Baranick Foundation grant exceeding $700,000.
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Florida's $833 Million Home Hardening Program Faces Criticism Over Waste
State Rep. Brian Hodgers and home inspectors criticize Florida's My Safe Florida Home program for wasteful spending and minimal insurance savings.
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Tallahassee Memorial Healthcare sues patient refusing to leave room
Hospital seeks court order to remove patient who has occupied room for five months after October discharge, citing diverted resources from other patients.
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Tallahassee Memorial Healthcare sues patient refusing to leave room 5 months after discharge
Tallahassee Memorial Healthcare filed lawsuit against patient who won't leave hospital room since October discharge, seeking court-ordered eviction.
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Five women sue Sebring doctor Jorge Zeledon alleging sexual assault
Five Florida women filed a civil lawsuit against Dr. Jorge Zeledon and his Sebring medical practice, alleging sexual battery during routine examinations.
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Seven Central Florida restaurants closed by health inspectors last week
Health inspectors shuttered seven Central Florida eateries for violations including rodent droppings, roaches, and lack of potable water.
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Broward Sheriff's Office Trains Beach Lifeguards to Administer Narcan
Broward County deploys opioid overdose reversal drug on Deerfield Beach, Hallandale Beach and Dania Beach during spring break season.
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West Palm Beach luxury condos to feature $5M units with hospital access
Easton Street Capital plans luxury condominiums next to Good Samaritan Medical Center with longevity services and units priced $5 million to $25 million.
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Raw milk cheese E. coli outbreak sickens 7 including Florida resident
Seven people across three states, including one in Florida, fell ill from E. coli linked to California-made raw milk cheddar cheese between September and February.