Florida Surgeon General

“Dr. Ladapo has done a great job as @FLSurgeonGen,” Gov. Ron DeSantis tweeted. “His evidence-based principles serve as a counterweight to the increasingly political positions of the entrenched medical establishment..."

Florida Surgeon General Joseph Ladapo received confirmation from the full Senate Wednesday. Ladapo, who was appointed by Governor Ron DeSantis has faced controversy because of his stance on vaccines and masking throughout the coronavirus pandemic.

Only a few states have a surgeon general. Florida has had one since 2007, but critics say the job serving as the top advocate for wellness and disease prevention has changed because of state politics.

Two gubernatorial candidates, Florida U.S. Rep. Charlie Crist and state Agriculture Commissioner Nikki Fried condemn Gov. Ron DeSantis's newly appointed surgeon general Joseph Ladapo. Both want Florida senators to deny Ladapo's confirmation.

Among their objections, the Department of Education's move to withold the salaries of school boards that impose school mask mandates

Scott Rivkees announced he will leave his post as surgeon general and secretary of the Florida Department of Health next month. Will it be easy to find his replacement?

Governor Ron DeSantis updated media Thursday morning about Coronavirus, or Covid-19, and how Florida is monitoring the international outbreak. Right now,…

Florida Surgeon General John Armstrong could be out of a job this week. According to the Tampa Bay Times, when then legislature adjourns this Friday,…

There might be hope for Florida State Surgeon General John Armstrong. Senate Ethics and Elections Chairman Garrett Richter says there are still two more…

Florida Surgeon General John Armstrong could lose his job if he’s not confirmed by the state Senate. A key panel decided Tuesday to postpone Armstrong’s…