Los Angeles County reports 220 flea‑borne typhus cases in 2026 with most patients hospitalized. Officials urge pet flea control and caution around stray animals.

A new state bill would let hospitals, clinics and critical‑access pharmacies run licensed mobile pharmacies to reach communities hit by pharmacy closures. The measure now awaits the governor’s action.

Florida investigators can move vulnerable adults into assisted living experts say advance legal planning often prevents long court fights.

Fort Worth will hold current fluoride dosing while federal agencies review toxicity and science. The city remains aligned with the CDC's 0.7 mg/L recommendation for now.

A West Phoenix mother and daughter were mistakenly listed as deceased by the state Medicaid agency after a data‑entry error; AHCCCS says it will restore benefits.

A nationwide analysis finds cold months, not heat waves, account for far more heart-related deaths. Detroit cardiologists say patients and hospitals should plan for seasonal risk.

Two King County residents who traveled internationally tested positive for measles. Public Health has posted exposure locations across Seattle, Kirkland and Bellevue.

Public Health — Seattle & King County confirmed one local TMVII case and urged clinicians to test and treat with oral antifungals as more cases may be undetected.

A new CDC analysis shows childhood vaccine coverage has slipped and Nevada toddlers are lagging. Local doctors, SNHD clinics and a new UNLV coalition are pushing outreach and clinics.

Merrimack Health filed to close the Methuen maternity unit and move birthing care to Lawrence Hospital; the filing starts a 120‑day state review and public hearing process.

Harford County officials say medetomidine — a potent veterinary sedative nicknamed "rhino tranq" — is showing up mixed with fentanyl and complicating overdoses.

M Physicians CEO Greg Beilman says a mediated 10-year pact with Fairview and the U of M steadied the medical school’s doctors and funding outlook. The agreement locks in major investments and new governance steps.

A Travis County judge kept a wrongful‑death suit against an Austin kratom seller and influencer in local court. The case raises questions about concentrated 7‑OH in over‑the‑counter products.