Monoclonal antibodies have been used to combat COVID-19 in earnest for almost all of 2021, but they have not received much attention.

The results have been positive, but the key is having patients receive it in time, early enough in the infection to neutralize the virus.

For over 175,000 full-time public school teachers and more than 3,600 public school principals across Florida, $1,000 bonus checks are arriving in the mail as a token of appreciation for their dedication to educating our children.

#Fred redeveloped into a Tropical Storm this morning. TS warnings have been issued from Navarre to the Wakulla/Jefferson county line.

These areas should expect heavy rainfall & the possibility of flooding.

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Monoclonal antibody treatments such as Regeneron are an effective early treatment for COVID-19 and have shown to reduce hospitalizations by 70%.

My administration and the Florida Legislature support our law enforcement.

#Fred continues to strengthen as it approaches the Panhandle. Landfall is expected late afternoon and will bring heavy rainfall, strong winds, and storm surge. Residents are reminded not to drive through flooded roadways.

I am in Orlando today with healthcare professionals to discuss the impact of using monoclonal antibody treatments and Florida’s latest expansion of these treatments in Central Florida.
Watch live: https://fb.watch/7qqlRNzBkV/

Tomorrow, Aug. 17th, our monoclonal antibody center is shifting to a long-term site at the Jax Public Library, with triple the capacity of a mobile unit and 300+ spots available daily. It's open 7 days a week, 9am-5pm at 304 N. Main Street. Register here: http://patientportalfl.com

As of today, the Camping World Stadium in Orlando will serve as a monoclonal antibody treatment site, open 7 days a week, with a capacity of 320 patients a day.

Expanding access to this treatment will help our most vulnerable stay out of the hospital and save lives.

This afternoon, #Fred made landfall in Cape San Blas. This does not mean impacts are over. Tropical storm warnings are still in effect from the Okaloosa/Walton County line to the Steinhatchee River. Residents should continue to avoid flooded roads & listen to local officials.

If you lost power during #Fred, remember to use caution when setting up & running your portable generator.
 
⬇️ Follow the simple tips below to keep you & your family safe. Find more information on generator safety at http://FloridaDisaster.org & http://FloridaHealth.gov.

Today, we are opening a new monoclonal antibody treatment site in Merritt Island at Kiwanis Island Park.
 
✔️It’s open from 9AM - 7PM, 7 days a week, and
✔️Has the capacity to serve more than 300 patients per day.
 
Find more info at http://patientportalfl.com

At the National FOP Convention, I announced my commitment to recruit and reward high-quality law enforcement officers in Florida through three programs that will be included and prioritized in the upcoming legislative session.

My legislative priorities to support law enforcement include:
- $5,000 signing bonuses for every new officer
- A relocation recruitment program for out-of-state officers looking to move to Florida
- $5 million per year for a law enforcement academy scholarship program

As long as I am Governor, Florida will always be a state that stands with the men and women of law enforcement.

Watch live: Gov. Ron DeSantis opens a new monoclonal antibody treatment site in Pembroke Pines.
https://fb.watch/7s-Leuc4Vj/

Gov. Ron DeSantis visits a new monoclonal antibody testing site in West Palm Beach at West Gate Park.
Watch live: https://thefloridachannel.org/

Casey DeSantis and I are heartbroken to hear of the passing of Officer Raynor. He was a hero who served his community bravely. Today we are praying for his family and the entire Daytona Beach PD.

Governor DeSantis opens a new monoclonal antibody treatment site in Hudson. Watch live:
https://fb.watch/7ui-zt_Okl/

Another new monoclonal antibody treatment location is open at the Ormond Beach Senior Center.
 
-It’s open 7 days a week, 9AM-5PM.
-Over 300 patients per day can receive treatment at this location.
 
Make an appointment at: http://patientportalfl.com