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According to the Division of Elections website, 910,946 petitions have been validated and we have met the threshold in 17 Congressional Districts. Now, the Secretary of State will confirm these signatures, but we want to get the word out about this amazing accomplishment.  We are asking partners to use our Validation Toolkit to get the word out. Please post widely, and make sure posts like to our social (flprotectfree on all platforms) and website (www.floridiansprotectingfreedom.com) We are still asking that partners refer media to media@floridiansprotectingfreedom.com. It is crucial that accurate and in-depth information be shared with the media and we also want to make sure we are well positioned for the steps ahead.  If you want to learn more about next steps and what happens from here, you can join us at Monday, January 8th at 6 PM for a supporter briefing.  We’ve got a long road ahead of us and would also love you to consider

by Nancy Gau, Healthcare Chair Costs can add up quickly, so it’s beneficial to find ways to save money when possible. Seniors can save money through various cost-saving measures, such as budgeting and taking advantage of discounts that some businesses offer to those starting at the ages of 55, 60, 62 or 65. Here are some great ways for seniors to stretch their retirement savings and consider new options that can help save them money. 1. Shop for new healthcare coverage  Review your insurance policies and shop around for a better rate. Medicare healthcare coverage that doesn’t match your needs can end up costing you more in the long run. According to a report by HealthView Services a healthy 65-year-old couple who retired in 2021 will likely spend between $156,208 and $1 million on their lifetime healthcare costs, depending on their lifespan and their location. Check in with a Medicare agent to

GET FOUR FREE AT-HOME COVID-19 TESTS THIS FALL ON COVIDTESTS.GOV Every U.S. household may place an order to receive four free COVID-19 rapid tests delivered directly to your home. Order Free At-Home Tests Need help placing an order for your at-home tests? Call 1-800-232-0233 (TTY) 1-888-720-7489). The U.S. government will continue to make COVID-19 tests available to uninsured individuals and underserved communities through existing outreach programs. Please contact a HRSA health center, Test to Treat site, or ICATT location near you to learn how to access low- or no-cost COVID-19 tests provided by the federal government.

A majority of Floridians support the freedom to make our own personal healthcare decisions without interference from politicians. Despite widespread support for reproductive freedom, Florida’s legislative leaders voted to further restrict abortion care. In April, they passed, and Gov. DeSantis signed, a new law that if it goes into effect, would ban abortion beyond six weeks of pregnancy — before many people even realize they are pregnant.¹ That’s why we’re asking you to support the Floridians Protecting Freedom ballot initiative campaign to amend the Florida Constitution to limit government interference in our reproductive health decisions and protect abortion access. Sign the official Floridians Protecting Freedom petition at this link. All registered Florida voters are eligible to sign. We’re already seeing tragic consequences from the 15-week abortion ban Gov. Ron DeSantis signed into law last year, with pregnant Floridians being forced to travel out of state for care or continue a pregnancy against

Mitzi Garvey (pictured) and Marilyn Ricci attended the West Palm Beach Mental Health Coalition’s Mental Health & Wellness Resource Festival on May 20 at Keiser University’s flagship campus in West Palm Beach.  Garvey and Ricci are members of the PBCLWV Healthcare Issue Group, and participated in National Mental Health Awareness Month.

Take care of your loved ones. Check in on their Mental Health!

By Lynn Rogut, Healthcare The high cost of prescription drugs continues to exact a toll on the pocketbooks of individuals and families. Drug companies enjoy healthy profits, yet affording medication remains a challenge for 1 out of 4 of us, and especially for people with chronic conditions and those with less income. Even if you have insurance, you may be able to save money on your prescriptions by shopping around. Apps and websites like GoodRx, SingleCare and WebMDRx can help you compare prices at different pharmacies, and they offer discount coupons that are free to use and are accepted by most U.S. pharmacies. Relief on drug prices is on the way thanks to federal action to protect Medicare along with pressure from advocacy organizations and policymakers, including President Biden. Reforms in the Inflation Reduction Act of 2022 that aim to bring down costs for millions of Medicare beneficiaries will be phased in