Family members say an 80-year-old resident was found bruised and sometimes left in her own waste. Public inspection records show repeated deficiencies and federal fines.

Cardinal Health has recalled hundreds of lots of Webcol alcohol prep pads after a sterilization audit found bacterial contamination. Hospitals and clinics are being urged to quarantine and return affected stock immediately.

An analysis of PROMISE trial CT scans found women’s heart risk rises at lower plaque burdens than men, even though women had less plaque overall. Researchers say sex-specific thresholds may be needed.

KFF and CDC figures show opioid deaths fell roughly 32% in 2024, and Ohio’s decline outpaced many states as officials credit naloxone, treatment and new early‑warning tools.

A Cleveland‑led trial validated the PAM50 genomic test, identifying men with luminal B recurrent prostate tumors who benefit from adding apalutamide to salvage radiation.

Ohio regulators recalled Modern Flower Minis 'White Truffle' after a testing violation, sales are on hold and affected packages can be returned for refunds.

USDA warns some Costco La Boulangerie pockets labeled turkey pesto may contain ham and cheese, creating an allergen risk. Check for lot 04926 and return affected boxes for a refund.

Federal cholesterol guidance tightens LDL targets and recommends new tests and a modern risk calculator. More Clevelanders may face earlier meds or imaging.

A national operator has bought the former UH Richmond campus and plans a secure geriatric and psychiatric unit on the third floor, with 48 beds and about 140 jobs.

Mercy Health will acquire about 63 acres next to Kent State Trumbull to develop a health-care campus now focused on emergency and imaging services and expanded student training.

City briefs show Cleveland's breast cancer incidence and deaths exceed state and national averages, with marked neighborhood and racial disparities.

A bipartisan Senate bill would create statewide referral teams, telehealth peer support and initial funding to link mothers who screen positive for perinatal behavioral health conditions to care.

A new American Cancer Society analysis ties state-level HPV vaccination rates to uneven drops in cervical cancer among young women. Gains are strong in some states and stalled in others.