Joseph Ladapo

Gov. Ron DeSantis on Tuesday continued his long-running criticism of the federal government and major medical organizations about issues such as COVID vaccinations.

UF faculty members challenged the guidance, but a university official says a review is outside the scope of Ladapo’s work with the school.

Gov. Ron DeSantis is asking the Florida Supreme Court to convene a grand jury to investigate COVID-19 vaccines.

“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..."

Dr. Scott Rivkees contradicts much of the evidence given by Florida’s health department in recommending that healthy children need not be vaccinated for COVID-19.

The Florida Department of Health on Wednesday released guidance that said treatment such as puberty-blocking medication and hormone therapy should not be used for transgender youths, clashing with federal officials over the issue.

A faculty committee charged with looking into how the University of Florida hired Surgeon General Joseph Ladapo found “numerous irregularities” that raised concerns. Ladapo was quickly hired to a tenured position at the university in addition to his duties at the Florida Department of Health.

Some of the claims state health officials make in their guidance don't tell the full story about COVID vaccines, according to a doctor with the Florida chapter of the American Academy of Pediatrics. He says all eligible kids should get shots.

Florida Surgeon General Joseph Ladapo says there's scientific evidence that shows the vaccines are effective in reducing cases among children.

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.