A norovirus outbreak on Royal Caribbean's Serenade of the Seas affected 71 passengers and one crew member, amidst a rise in cruise ship outbreaks in 2025.

North Carolinians on Medicaid face cuts to healthcare coverage, with provider payments set to decrease by at least 3%, affecting service availability and putting beneficiaries at risk.

The American Red Cross is hosting a blood drive at the new Wright County Government Center on Oct. 2, offering a $10 Amazon gift card to donors.

Hawai‘i's DOH has alerted the public about a Southwind Foods frozen shrimp recall due to possible Cesium-137 contamination, with none of the recalled products sold in the U.S. yet.

Hawai‘i's DOH has recalled Sprout Organics' baby food pouches due to high lead levels, urging parents to dispose of or return them. No illnesses have been reported.

Water boil advisory issued for a Duluth neighborhood following hydrant replacement complications; residents must boil or use bottled water for consumption.

Sunrise Hospital agreed to enhance deaf communication services following a settlement prompted by a discrimination complaint, ensuring ADA compliance.

DaVita offers free health screenings in Los Angeles detecting diabetes, hypertension, and kidney disease, in collaboration with nonprofits, including food distribution by Seeds of Hope.

Shelby County is intensifying its efforts to control the West Nile Virus by spraying EPA-approved insecticides, with a scheduled program targeting various zones from September 29 to October 2.

LA health officials warn of high bacterial levels at several beaches, advising against ocean activities near affected areas. Redondo Beach's Topaz Street is cleared.

Attorney General Raoul and the FTC lead a bipartisan crackdown against Kars-R-Us.com Inc. for a deceptive breast cancer fundraising scheme, with restrictions imposed on its operators and a partial monetary judgment ordered.

Saint Paul activated its updated McCarron’s Water Treatment Plant, marking a major $250M project, which includes a new ozone treatment process. Full integration is expected by mid-2026.

Rice County Public Health sets up flu vaccination clinics offering various vaccines, with specific clinics also available for children and free shots for the uninsured.