The Great American Smokeout, led by the American Cancer Society, prompts individuals to quit smoking as a step towards a healthier life and reduced cancer risk.

Nashville expands public access to naloxone, with new vending machines distributing the overdose-reversal medication and reports an 18.2% decrease in suspected fatal drug overdoses.

The Modesto Fire Department upgraded its Engine 12 to an Advanced Life Support paramedic service, enhancing emergency response in the Salida community.

NYC Mayor Eric Adams reported early success in reaching a health milestone with the city's life expectancy now at 83.2 years, surpassing the HealthyNYC 2030 goal.

Health experts are concerned about a new mutated flu strain, Subclade K, for its rapid spread and potential vaccine resistance, stressing the importance of vaccination to prevent severe illness.

The Maui Police Department's MMEU provided aid to the houseless at Kalama Park, including health services, essential items, and information on public assistance.

L.A. County health officials advise avoiding beach water near drains, creeks, and rivers due to pollution after rainfall, with the advisory in place until November 22, 2025.

Tierra Walker died of preeclampsia at about 20 weeks after repeatedly asking doctors in San Antonio for an abortion and being told there was no emergency. Reporting ties her death to a wider pattern of legal uncertainty and clinician caution in Texas.

A Ninth Circuit panel vacated a district‑court win against Blue Cross over denials of gender‑affirming care and sent the case back for further review. The ruling leaves key legal questions for the trial court to sort out.

Wilson Middle School in Wyandotte closed due to a potential norovirus outbreak after several students fell ill. School disinfection and investigations are underway.

A new University of Houston study maps 'mental health deserts' across Houston, finding dozens of ZIP codes with few or no licensed mental‑health providers. The map is already guiding local policy ideas.

Mayor Eric Adams plans to offer reemployment to former NYC workers fired over the COVID-19 vaccine mandate, with no back pay, amid staffing shortages.

A new H3N2 flu variant, subclade K, is spreading in the US, with concerns about its resistance to this year's flu vaccine and potential severity. Health experts advise vaccination and vigilance.