Numerous candy brands have “elevated” amounts of arsenic, according to Florida health officials

Female researcher looks through microscope – Courtesy: Shutterstock – Image by SmartPhotoLab The Villages, FL. – Numerous confectionery candy goods had “elevated” amounts of arsenic, according to tests conducted by the Florida Department of Health, officials announced on Monday. In a press conference, Florida Governor Ron DeSantis declared that 28 of 46 goods from ten

Following previous hurricanes, Florida has seen an increase in cases of flesh-eating bacteria

Researcher is holding Petri dish of Vibrio vulnificus (flesh-eating bacteria) – Courtesy: Shutterstock – Image by Arpon Pongkasetkam Following recent hurricanes, Florida health officials are reporting a rise in instances of Vibrio vulnificus, a bacteria that may cause diseases that consume flesh. According to data released by the Florida Department of Health on Friday, there

Pharmacy increases COVID-19 test inventory as Florida cases increase

BinaxNOW COVID-19 Rapid Test: Courtesy — Image by: Abbott The demand for COVID-19 tests that may be done at home is becoming more and more overwhelming for many well-known pharmacies. Andy Kimmel, the owner of Greenwood Pharmacy in Lake Mary, is able to keep these vital tests in stock. Greenwood Pharmacy orders and receives merchandise