Who will enforce Alachua County’s face mask rule?
While Alachua County residents and elected officials debate the use of face masks in scenarios where face-to-face interactions happen and physical distancing is difficult, an airborne […]
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Who will enforce Alachua County’s face mask rule?
While Alachua County residents and elected officials debate the use of face masks in scenarios where face-to-face interactions happen and physical distancing is difficult, an airborne […]
Safe serving on the menu at local restaurants
Come in, we’re open! At least that’s what many restaurants in Alachua County are saying. Executive orders issued by Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis and the Alachua […]
County Commission conducting Virtual Special Meeting tomorrow
The Alachua County Commission will conduct a Virtual Special Meeting on Tuesday, May 5, 2020, at 1:30 p.m. The public may attend virtually through Cox […]
A majority of vaccine skeptics plan to refuse a COVID-19 vaccine, a study suggests, and that could be a big problem
The availability of a vaccine for the novel coronavirus will likely play a key role in determining when Americans can return to life as usual. Dr. […]
The re-opening of Alachua County: Phase One
On May 2nd, the Alachua County Commission released Alachua County Emergency Order 2020-21 – which itemized the specifics of re-opening businesses in Alachua County. Here […]
Many state parks, beaches to reopen Monday as DeSantis urges Floridians ‘get sunlight’
The Center Square – Gov. Ron DeSantis on Friday announced at least 80 of Florida’s 175 state parks will reopen Monday in tandem with the first […]
BOCC sets the tone for reopening Alachua County
Alachua County decided on May 1st that it will follow some of the governor’s Phase 1 opening plans exactly as presented in an executive order set […]
Infected with the coronavirus but not showing symptoms? A physician answers 5 questions about asymptomatic COVID-19
Blood tests that check for exposure to the coronavirus are starting to come online, and preliminary findings suggest that many people have been infected without knowing […]
DeSantis vague about Florida’s reopening phase two, but Trump plan a likely guide
The Center Square – Phase one of Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis’ “Safe. Smart. Step-by-Step” reopening plan goes into effect Monday and, as the governor had cautioned, […]
Heroes of the pandemic: Bread of the Mighty Food Bank steps into the gaps and takes on hunger
What is the biggest issue facing the world? COVID-19 might be the obvious answer, but what about before the coronavirus? Or after? At the top of […]
UF researchers report mixed results in safety study of drugs seen as possible COVID-19 therapeutics
University of Florida College of Pharmacy researchers studying the safety of two classes of drugs touted as potential therapeutics for COVID-19 report mixed results. Their analysis […]
COVID-19 testing in Alachua County evolves
A 79-year-old patient with underlying health issues who was showing symptoms for COVID-19 was taken to a North Florida Regional Medical Center freestanding ER in Jonesville […]
DeSantis: Florida’s ‘slow and steady’ reopening to unfold in ‘baby steps’
The Center Square – Gov. Ron DeSantis’ safer-at-home order expires Thursday, and the Re-Open Florida Task Force has submitted proposals on how nonessential businesses can reopen. […]
In a time when resources need to be prioritized, GNV Cares package should focus on those in the most need
I should be overjoyed about the GNVCares package that was passed last week. I’m not and here’s why. With every decision, every dollar, every conversation we have […]
Tampa hospitals poised to open May 11th
As the May 8th deadline for executive order that shut down Florida approaches, Gov. Ron DeSantis is methodically visiting the largest hospital systems in the state […]
Florida insurance chief: Pandemics not covered under most business interruption policies
The Center Square – Florida Insurance Commissioner David Altmaier delivered some good news and some bad news Friday to business leaders planning the state’s post-pandemic recovery. […]
When will Alachua County businesses re-open? Board Chair weighs-in
The Alachua County Board of Commissioners Chair Robert Hutchinson released a statement last night that outlines his thoughts on re-opening Alachua County: “Everybody is trying […]
Re-Open Florida Task Force launches public comments portal; FDOH announces daily updates
TALLAHASSEE, Fla. – The State of Florida is responding to COVID-19. In an effort to keep Florida residents and visitors safe and aware regarding the status of the […]
Florida Department of Health upgrades its dashboard
The Florida Department of Health announced that, in order to provide more comprehensive data, the Department will now release this report on COVID-19 cases in Florida […]
Beating coronavirus requires faith leaders to bridge gap between religion and science
While many religious communities have embraced physical distancing measures to slow the spread of the coronavirus, some still encourage gatherings despite strong public health messages that […]
4 ways to help nurses during the coronavirus pandemic
Family Features – America’s nurses are on the front lines of the fight against coronavirus, providing safe, quality, compassionate and nondiscriminatory care to those they serve, […]
COVID-19 case spike clouds Florida’s evolving reopening plans
The Center Square – The Florida Department of Health reported Friday afternoon 1,046 people in the state have died from COVID-19, while 4,817 are hospitalized and […]
Governor wants licensed pharmacists to administer COVID-19 tests
Florida Governor Ron DeSantis said he wants to advance testing in the State and that includes a plan to allow pharmacists to administer COVID-19 tests. “It’s […]
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When and how to use masks Myth-busters Advice for health workers Getting workplace ready These materials are regularly updated based on new scientific findings as the […]