U‑M Health will build a 64‑bed behavioral hospital and a four‑OR ambulatory surgery center in Lansing after regents approved a $143M plan. Projects are slated to break ground this summer and open in 2028.

UTMB is investing $9.5 million to launch a Blue Zones Project in Galveston, combining neighborhood changes with academic tracking. A community meeting is scheduled for March 5.

OHA’s new measles wastewater dashboard found low-level viral detections across nine counties, suggesting the five confirmed cases may undercount actual spread.

Maryland health officials reported 26 mumps cases so far in 2026, mostly among adults in the Baltimore area. Officials urge MMR vaccination and say public risk is low.

Ongoing NYC nurses strike reaches day 39 with crucial talks centering on staffing levels as NewYork-Presbyterian nurses push for a resolution similar to recent successful hospital negotiations.

Letitia James won $2.5 million and forced reforms after finding EmblemHealth’s directories left patients stranded without mental-health care. The settlement includes restitution and monitoring.

MD Anderson will open a new colorectal clinic next week to expand space and coordinated specialty care for colon, rectal and anal cancers in Houston. The move ties into statewide screening and navigation efforts.

Ohio State’s 26-story University Hospital opens to patients Sunday, Feb. 22, bringing 820 private rooms, expanded ICU capacity and a 20,000-square-foot terrace to the medical campus.

Houston burn surgeons warn that lithium‑ion batteries in vape devices can ignite and cause deep burns that may require surgery. Experts explain causes and prevention tips.

Lincoln County confirmed its first rabies case of 2026 after a raccoon in Lincolnton tested positive. Officials urge pet vaccinations and caution around wildlife.

Archview ER & Hospital opened at 1320 N. Jefferson with 15 ER beds, inpatient suites and on-site imaging. The site says it is not contracted with Medicare or Medicaid, raising affordability questions.

An investigation and a 2025 medical‑journal survey found Florida med spas often lack clear local physician oversight, leaving some customers exposed to injuries and unclear supervision.

Westfield medics at Station 81 say they gave blood products to a patient with severe bleeding and hosted hospital partners at the station.