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It makes them among the first inmates in Florida to receive the shot.
Read More »Marion County Starts Vaccinating Jail Inmates Against COVID-19
UF Students Create ‘Music Meets Medicine,’ A Group That Integrates Art Into Patient Care
Co-presidents Danielle DuPuis and Nicole Bravo launched a student organization in the fall called "Music Meets Medicine." The organization hopes to improve patient care through the use of art and music.
Read More »Florida Faces Supply Shortages With Johnson And Johnson COVID-19 Vaccine
The Florida Department of Health reported that over seven million COVID-19 vaccine doses were administered throughout the state. But last week, the governor announced the supply of one vaccine is falling short.
Read More »Alachua County Working To Expand Vaccine Access To Underserved Communities
As the vaccines begin to roll out, officials and community advocates were looking to expand access to under-served communities.
Read More »As COVID-19 Cases Decrease In Alachua County, Vaccination Rates Climb
Despite the steady decrease in new COVID-19 infections, Paul Myers urged both vaccinated and un-vaccinated Alachua County residents to stay vigilant and follow safety guidelines.
Read More »Homeless People Raise Concerns About City Of Gainesville’s Assistance Efforts
Key distribution for new lockers for the downtown Gainesville homeless community begins this week.
Read More »Fact Check: Poe Delivers 2021 State Of The City Address
WUFT News fact checked some of the statements the city included in the address.
Read More »Book Distribution Program Could Combat Florida’s Literacy Shortcomings
If passed, a bill creating Florida's first statewide book distribution program would allow school districts to provide books to K-5 students reading below grade level.
Read More »Florida Governor Accused Of ‘Playing Politics’ With COVID-19 Vaccine
DeSantis became testy when questioned by reporters at a vaccination event near Lakewood Ranch, an upscale community on Florida's Gulf Coast.
Read More »What You Need To Know About The COVID-19 Vaccine
Since vaccines began to arrive in the state in mid-December, more than 700,000 Floridians have been fully vaccinated. Despite the growing number of vaccines, some Floridians are still unsure of what the vaccine consists of, where to get it and more. WUFT compiled answers to some common questions. Fast facts …
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