Hurricane Isaias: Early Prescription Refills Permitted Under State of Emergency

On October 6, 2026, Executive Order 26-202 was issued by Governor Ron DeSantis, authorizing pharmacists to dispense up to a 30-day emergency prescription refill of maintenance medication to those living in areas covered under the Executive Order. Additionally, on October 7, 2026, Emergency Order 26-001 was issued by State Surgeon General Joseph A. Ladapo, MD, PhD. For more information and to review Executive Order 26-202 and Emergency Order 26-001, please click here.

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Human Trafficking 2-Hour CE Requirement for New LPN/RN Exam Applications — Coming Soon:
Effective July 1, 2027, applications for LPN/RN licensure by examination require completion of the 2-hour Human Trafficking course which meets the requirements set forth in s. 464.013 (3)(c), Florida Statutes prior to eligibility to take the NCLEX.

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Cleared to Care—Don't delay, get screened today! — New Background Screening Requirements Now in Effect
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Florida Department of Health — Learn How to Report a Scam
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