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Florida Senate Unanimously Approves $800 Million Live Healthy Act to Address Medical Workforce and Health Care Access

TALLAHASSEE, Fla. – The Florida Senate has unanimously approved an approximately $800 million package aimed at strengthening the state’s medical workforce and improving public access to healthcare. The bill, known as the Live Healthy Act, is a priority for Senate President Kathleen Passidomo and now awaits consideration in the Florida House. If approved there, the measure will go to Gov. Ron DeSantis for final approval. The Live Healthy Act includes provisions to recruit and retain …

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Florida Governor DeSantis Signs “Live Healthy” Bills to Improve Health Care Access

Bonita Springs, Florida – Governor Ron DeSantis signed a comprehensive package of healthcare bills aimed at addressing critical issues in the state’s healthcare system. Supporters believe that these bills will enhance access to healthcare services, increase the number of healthcare professionals in Florida, and focus on improving mental health treatment. Tampa General Hospital President and CEO, John Couris, emphasized the significance of these bills in overcoming challenges faced by the health-care industry. He mentioned the …

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Asghari Reflects on Divorce from Britney Spears and Looks Forward to a Healthy Lifestyle

Los Angeles, California – Britney Spears’ former husband, Sam Asghari, has spoken out about their recent divorce, reflecting on their time together and the decision to part ways after 14 months of marriage. The 29-year-old actor and model tied the knot with the 41-year-old pop star in June 2022 after five years of dating. Asghari filed for divorce in August 2023 citing “irreconcilable differences,” with the date of separation listed as July 28, 2023. In …

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Access to Affordable, Healthy Meal Kits Expanded for Cigna Customers

Des Moines, Iowa – Healthcare companies in the United States are increasingly looking for ways to address disparities in access to health services. One such initiative involves UnitedHealth Group physicians making over 10 million home visits to patients last year, as reported by Home Health Care News. In addition, Uber Health and the analytics company Socially Determined are working together to identify Medicare and Medicaid beneficiaries to help with transportation to appointments and delivery of …

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Florida Hospital Leaders Gather for Annual Hospital Days advocating for “Live Healthy” Package and Healthcare Workforce

Tallahassee, Florida (AP) – Hospital leaders from throughout Florida gathered last week in the state’s capital for the annual Hospital Days event organized by the Florida Hospital Association. The two-day event provided a platform for hospital leaders to engage with state legislators on matters concerning hospital policies during the 2024 legislative session. Gino Santorio, Chair of the Florida Hospital Association Board of Trustees and president and CEO of Mount Sinai Medical Center, expressed optimism about …

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