San Francisco Fire Department now uses non-PFAS turnout gear, funded by FEMA and its budget. The move, supported by local stakeholders, aims to reduce health risks and aligns with the city's eco-friendly policies.

Lucky Foods cinnamon powder has been recalled after tests found elevated lead. Small 40g brown‑label pouches sold in California and 13 other states are affected.

Brooklyn Park is hosting December health events, including a talk on racial equity in public health, a health fair, and a Youth Mental Health Awareness Retreat.

Cedars-Sinai specialists delivered a healthy baby boy and removed a 22-pound ovarian tumor from the mother, who had a rare abdominal ectopic pregnancy.

Yolo County warns against buying from unpermitted food vendors due to health risks and urges residents to patronize only inspected and permitted establishments.

Texas AG Ken Paxton sues Epic Systems for allegedly dominating the electronic health records market and blocking access to medical data, including barring parents from seeing children's records after they turn 12.

Wisconsin DHS continues recommending the hepatitis B vaccine for newborns despite new ACIP guidelines, citing decades of evidence for its effectiveness and safety.

Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton sues Epic Systems, alleging monopolization and deceptive practices, and claiming the EHR giant restricts parental access to children's health records.

The Washington State Department of Health is enforcing standards on health care facilities and may take action against non-compliant ones. Details are available online or through public records requests.

State health officials say TRE House magic mushroom gummies, bars and syrup tested positive for illegal psychedelic compounds and should not be eaten.

Governor Hochul announces a $1.1 billion upgrade for SUNY Downstate Hospital, including infrastructure improvements, room revamps, and an expanded emergency department.

Texas AG Ken Paxton sues two doctors, accusing them of prescribing gender transition drugs to minors and committing healthcare fraud against Texas Medicaid.

Roberts Elementary in Medford closed for cleaning due to a suspected norovirus outbreak, affecting over 130 students. Cases have increased locally and nationally. Officials urge handwashing and staying home if symptomatic.