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Florida medical marijuana program stays in place after recreational ballot setbacks
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Florida’s medical marijuana program remains available to patients with qualifying conditions after two recreational cannabis ballot efforts failed to change state law. The outcome keeps the existing medical system intact while future legalization…
ASTR Institute says scar tissue can contribute to chronic pain
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ASTR Institute in Clermont, Florida released a patient-education overview on whether scar tissue can cause chronic pain after surgery or injury.
Florida workplace deaths fell in 2024, but construction and transportation still lead risks
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Van Dingenen Law’s new analysis says Florida recorded 284 fatal work injuries in 2024, down from 306 a year earlier, even as transportation incidents, falls and construction remained the state’s biggest workplace threats.
Suzanne Kenney releases first volume in Crime & Canvas trilogy on Amazon
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Suzanne Kenney has launched the first eBook in her three-part Crime & Canvas Trilogy, framing it as a forensic audit of the 1990 Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum heist.
NightRide Thermal to show vehicle-mounted thermal gear at Police Fleet Expo 2026
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NightRide Thermal will exhibit its vehicle-mounted thermal imaging systems at Police Fleet Expo 2026 in Orlando from Aug. 10-13. The company is using the show to reach police fleet decision-makers with products that help officers detect people and…
RN Enterprises acquires Helping Hands Home Healthcare to expand Florida care
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RN Enterprises said Tuesday it acquired Florida-based Helping Hands Home Healthcare, a move that expands its home-based care footprint and keeps existing patients on uninterrupted service.
Florida ophthalmologists warn of fireworks eye injuries ahead of July 4
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The Florida Society of Ophthalmology is urging people to protect their eyes as Independence Day approaches, citing rising fireworks injuries and the risk of blindness, especially for children and bystanders.
Mid-State Industrial Maintenance buys MIC Steel to expand Georgia field services
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Mid-State Industrial Maintenance has acquired MIC Steel, a McIntyre, Georgia-based industrial services company, to deepen its Southeast field-service footprint and add fabrication capacity.
Daphne Campbell launches campaign for Florida House District 108
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Former Florida Sen. Daphne Campbell has entered the race for Florida House District 108, centering her campaign on schools, housing, safety, healthcare and economic opportunity.
Florida Coastal University launches fully online degrees for global students
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Florida Coastal University has opened global enrollment for fully online bachelor’s, master’s and doctoral programs after receiving provisional approval from Florida’s Commission for Independent Education.
Synergy Buys Houses Jacksonville expands cash offers across Northeast Florida
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Synergy Buys Houses Jacksonville has widened its cash home-buying service across Northeast Florida as more sellers look for faster exits from foreclosure, probate, divorce and distressed properties.
Mosaic Health Solutions to host first clinical informatics mixer at Stanford
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Mosaic Health Solutions will co-host its first Clinical Informatics Mixer on July 16, 2026, at Stanford’s Treehouse, bringing together clinicians, informaticists and founders around AI, EHRs and care delivery.
Baths of Distinction launches microbubble tub line for spas and homes
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Baths of Distinction has introduced a freestanding microbubble bathtub range designed for residential master suites and luxury spa settings.
Florida gubernatorial candidate calls for ban on medical debt
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Evelyn Castillo-Bach, a 2026 Democratic candidate for Florida governor, is proposing a ban on medical debt and a state-run Florida Direct Care program that would pay providers directly.
Able Fire Prevention buys Valley Fire Protection to expand multi-state reach
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Able Fire Prevention has acquired Valley Fire Protection, expanding its fire and life safety footprint across seven states and adding support for national and multi-location clients.
Sensible Care opens Palm Desert behavioral health clinic
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Sensible Care opened a new in-person behavioral health clinic in Palm Desert, expanding therapy access in one of Southern California’s highest-need areas.
Tommy Vlahopoulos sets Scores true-crime film in motion
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Greek American producer Tommy Vlahopoulos is developing a feature based on the life of Scores co-founder Michael D. Blutrich, with pre-production expected to begin later this year in New York and New Jersey.
CDR Health Care opens Miami warehouse to spotlight hurricane medical preparedness
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CDR Health Care used a Miami warehouse event to show how Florida healthcare teams stage supplies, mobile units and logistics before hurricanes hit. The company is urging families to add prescriptions, refrigerated medications, medical devices and…
Hobdari Family Health adds Dr. Ali Zreik to expand primary care in Southwest Florida
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Hobdari Family Health said July 14, 2026, that board-certified internist Dr. Ali Zreik has joined the Bonita Springs practice to broaden access to primary care for patients in Naples, Bonita Springs and surrounding Southwest Florida communities….
That 1 Painter Gulf Coast Florida donates painting services to Mary & Martha House
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That 1 Painter Gulf Coast Florida owners Davis Hasenour and Michelle Mason are providing professional painting services to Mary & Martha House in Ruskin through the company’s Paint It Forward program.
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