Douglas County health officials confirmed a hantavirus death and say preliminary evidence points to local rodent exposure, not the cruise ship.

Mosquito pools in Roselle, Glendale Heights and Wheaton tested positive for West Nile; no human cases reported. County officials urge removing standing water and using repellent.

Los Angeles County reported a fifth measles case tied to an international traveler who arrived at LAX, with possible exposures at Terminal B. Officials plan contact notifications and are reminding residents about MMR protection.

Charles County issued a rabies alert after a cat tested positive near Dartmouth Road. Free pet vaccination clinics in La Plata are scheduled and contact numbers were provided.

A wearable-data study found that just a few minutes of vigorous activity each day — about 15–20 minutes a week — were tied to large drops in several chronic diseases. Experts say intensity matters, but ramp up safely.

A new UC Irvine working paper finds leaving employment before traditional retirement age — especially after layoffs — can be tied to modestly faster cognitive decline. Experts say exercise, learning and social engagement can help protect the brain.

Cleveland Clinic is offering hospital‑level acute care at home for eligible Fairview and Avon patients, pairing 24/7 virtual monitoring with in‑home clinical visits.

Chelan‑Douglas Health District confirmed a Sin Nombre hantavirus case in Chelan County and said it is unrelated to the MV Hondius cruise outbreak. Officials urged cleaning precautions.

A nurse‑started petition has topped 2,200 signatures opposing a possible closure of Henderson Hospital’s Level III NICU and women’s services, worrying nurses and parents.

Metro Health and H‑E‑B relaunched a diabetes insulin assistance program to cover up to $100 per prescription for eligible San Antonio and Bexar County residents. No proof of income or citizenship is required.

Atrium Health is opening a modular freestanding emergency department in Concord that adds 24/7 care, imaging and trauma capability. Officials say it could create nearly 100 jobs.

A measles exposure was reported at Providence Immediate Care in Happy Valley after a confirmed case visited the clinic. Officials published an exposure window and urged people to assess immunity.

Anthem will drop some Columbus Regional Health outpatient doctors from select Medicaid plans on July 1, 2026, potentially affecting thousands of local patients. CRH says inpatient hospital care is not affected.