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.

North Carolina reports an increase in flu activity and related deaths, with nine fatalities this season. Health officials warn of the influenza A (H3N2) subclade K strain, urging vaccination as key prevention.

The Forrest City School District in Arkansas has responded to a possible tuberculosis case, working with health officials to ensure safety and communicating updates to the public.

Boulder County residents worry about potential health insurance premium hikes if tax credits expire in 2026, potentially forcing some to drop coverage.

A Michigan man died from rabies contracted through an infected kidney transplant, with the donor's prior rabid skunk encounter being discovered posthumously.

American Nuts voluntarily recalled 20‑oz macadamia nuts sold at Costco Hawaii Kai over possible Salmonella contamination. Customers who bought lot 307HMNC25L3 are urged to return the bags.

The University of Utah's ASAP Project aims to accelerate the development of therapies for ischemia-reperfusion injury, potentially moving research to the clinic in under a year for less than $1 million.

Students at Douglas Anderson School of the Arts lead the DA for Change club, part of the GROW Clubs initiative, focusing on peer discussions about mental wellness.

The CDPH has alerted about a Salmonella risk in Vega Farms eggs distributed in Sacramento and Davis areas, advising consumers to return or dispose of them.