/tags/state-surgeon-general state surgeon general en-US WLRN Wed, 15 Jun 2022 14:19:11 GMT /local-news/2022-06-15/florida-surgeon-general-opposes-covid-19-shots-for-young-children As the Food and Drug Administration weighs approval of COVID-19 vaccinations for children under age 5, Florida Surgeon General Joseph Ladapo is opposed to the potential change. Wed, 15 Jun 2022 14:19:11 GMT /local-news/2022-06-15/florida-surgeon-general-opposes-covid-19-shots-for-young-children News Service of Florida /news/2022-05-06/a-column-by-floridas-former-surgeon-general-contradicts-the-states-vaccine-guidance-for-minors Dr. Scott Rivkees contradicts much of the evidence given by Florida’s health department in recommending that healthy children need not be vaccinated for COVID-19. Fri, 06 May 2022 14:32:56 GMT /news/2022-05-06/a-column-by-floridas-former-surgeon-general-contradicts-the-states-vaccine-guidance-for-minors Katrine Bruner /news/2022-03-09/floridas-new-covid-vaccine-guidance-for-healthy-kids-risks-outweigh-benefits Children with underlying health conditions should consider taking the vaccine and parents "are encouraged to discuss the risks and benefits" with their doctor. Wed, 09 Mar 2022 16:30:40 GMT /news/2022-03-09/floridas-new-covid-vaccine-guidance-for-healthy-kids-risks-outweigh-benefits Carl Lisciandrello /news/2022-02-23/joseph-ladapo-confirmed-by-senate-as-florida-surgeon-general Gov. Ron DeSantis’ appointment of Surgeon General Joseph Ladapo was confirmed Wednesday by the Senate, despite objections from Democrats who criticized his handling of the COVID-19 pandemic. Wed, 23 Feb 2022 23:43:53 GMT /news/2022-02-23/joseph-ladapo-confirmed-by-senate-as-florida-surgeon-general Jim Turner | News Service of Florida /news/2022-02-16/has-floridas-surgeon-general-role-become-too-politicized-for-the-jobs-original-mission Only a few states have a surgeon general. Florida has had one since 2007, but critics say the job serving as the top advocate for wellness and disease prevention has changed because of state politics. Wed, 16 Feb 2022 15:54:54 GMT /news/2022-02-16/has-floridas-surgeon-general-role-become-too-politicized-for-the-jobs-original-mission Verónica Zaragovia /2022-01-27/frustrated-democrats-walked-out-of-a-confirmation-hearing-for-floridas-surgeon-general During the hearing, Democrats on the committee became frustrated as they rephrased and re-asked questions, but said they felt they weren’t getting a direct response. Despite the protest, Republicans in the Senate Health Policy Committee voted to give Surgeon General Joseph Ladapo their support. Thu, 27 Jan 2022 12:14:22 GMT /2022-01-27/frustrated-democrats-walked-out-of-a-confirmation-hearing-for-floridas-surgeon-general Regan McCarthy /news/2022-01-04/floridas-surgeon-general-hints-at-a-shift-to-high-value-covid-19-testing-as-demand-surges Joseph Ladapo made the comments following the Biden administration's plan to make more at-home coronavirus tests available, while Gov. Ron DeSantis pointed to residents who get tested "multiple times per week" without symptoms. Tue, 04 Jan 2022 11:10:33 GMT /news/2022-01-04/floridas-surgeon-general-hints-at-a-shift-to-high-value-covid-19-testing-as-demand-surges Ryan Dailey - News Service of Florida /podcast/the-florida-roundup/2021-10-29/controversy-surrounds-surgeon-general-pick-and-rate-hikes-expected-for-electric-company-customers Dr. Joseph Ladapo, the state's top medical officer, upset legislators from both parties after refusing to wear a mask when speaking to a state senator with breast cancer and state regulators approve FPL rate increase. Fri, 29 Oct 2021 20:02:24 GMT /podcast/the-florida-roundup/2021-10-29/controversy-surrounds-surgeon-general-pick-and-rate-hikes-expected-for-electric-company-customers Andrea Perdomo /2021-10-29/controversy-surrounds-surgeon-general-pick-and-rate-hikes-expected-for-electric-company-customers Dr. Joseph Ladapo, the state's top medical officer, upset legislators from both parties after refusing to wear a mask when speaking to a state senator with breast cancer and state regulators approve FPL rate increase. Fri, 29 Oct 2021 20:00:05 GMT /2021-10-29/controversy-surrounds-surgeon-general-pick-and-rate-hikes-expected-for-electric-company-customers Andrea Perdomo /news/2021-10-27/two-democratic-florida-governor-candidates-want-states-new-surgeon-general-gone Two gubernatorial candidates, Florida U.S. Rep. Charlie Crist and state Agriculture Commissioner Nikki Fried condemn Gov. Ron DeSantis's newly appointed surgeon general Joseph Ladapo. Both want Florida senators to deny Ladapo's confirmation. Wed, 27 Oct 2021 20:05:41 GMT /news/2021-10-27/two-democratic-florida-governor-candidates-want-states-new-surgeon-general-gone Robbie Gaffney