needle exchange

The work of IDEA is especially critical in Miami-Dade, which has the nation’s highest HIV infection rate.

New legislation expanding a needle-exchange program moved through both the Florida House and Senate today. Last year, Florida lawmakers passed the…

As opioid abuse rises across the state some lawmakers are pushing to clear the way for more needle exchange programs. Many physicians whole-heartedly…

Florida Gov. Rick Scott has signed off on a needle exchange pilot program in Miami-Dade County. Advocates believe it’s the best way to counter a wave of…

Time is running out for Florida Gov. Rick Scott to have his say on a number of bills. If Scott does nothing the legislation becomes law.There are more…

There are about 200 bills waiting for Florida Governor Rick Scott’s approval or veto. Lawmakers passed a number of measures close to their hearts, but…

There’s just one hurdle left for a Miami-Dade needle exchange program. The long-awaited pilot passed the House Wednesday.Rep. Katie Edwards (D-Sunrise)…

The House Health and Human services committee sent two measures to the floor that would’ve been unthinkable just a few years ago. The full House will now…

After years of trying, lawmakers are finding success with a plan to create a needle exchange pilot program in Miami Dade County.There’s still almost a…

A needle exchange program some lawmakers have been trying to get off the ground for years is moving in the House. South Florida Democrats have been…