Event Brief
Florida surgeon general warns against child meds
Filed: Jul 28, 2026 at 10:00 AM ET
Summary: Dr. Joseph Ladapo urges providers to avoid psychotropic drugs for children ages 5–17 for mental health treatment.
WHO: Florida Surgeon General Dr. Joseph Ladapo; Florida Department of Health
WHAT: Advisory recommending against the use of psychotropic drugs for children ages 5–17 to treat mental health conditions
WHEN: Jul 28, 2026 at 9:11 AM ET
WHERE: Florida
WHY: The Florida Department of Health is cautioning providers due to concerns about using psychotropic drugs for children’s mental health treatment.
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