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Senior history major Ximena Dipietro started hormone therapy at FAU Student Health Services (SHS) six months ago, receiving a 4mg dose of estradiol and a 200mg dose of spironolactone. The prescribing doctor informed Dipietro that she may be among the last to receive this particular type of care.  “It’s disheartening,” said Dipietro. “The school I...

The Florida House and Senate are beginning negotiations on a record state budget topping 113 billion dollars.

Florida Surgeon General Joseph Ladapo received confirmation from the full Senate Wednesday. Ladapo, who was appointed by Governor Ron DeSantis has faced controversy because of his stance on vaccines and masking throughout the coronavirus pandemic.

Gov. Ron DeSantis’ appointment of Surgeon General Joseph Ladapo was confirmed by the Senate, despite objections from Democrats who criticized his handling of the pandemic.

Virtual IDs will roll out across Florida by the end of the year, according to the Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles.

Ladapo has faced criticism over his stance on vaccines and masking.

Florida Surgeon General Joseph Ladapo is expected to be soon confirmed by the full Florida Senate. Two Senate committees have recommended his confirmation despite marked frustration from Democrats.