The Shelby County Health Department is intensifying efforts to combat West Nile Virus with scheduled mosquito control spraying in areas with detected cases.

California, Oregon, and Washington form the West Coast Health Alliance to preserve science-based public health policies, challenging federal approaches they deem harmful to CDC's scientific independence.

Arizona seeks public input on improving rural healthcare and plans to apply for federal Rural Health Transformation Program funds, inviting stakeholders to submit suggestions by September 30, 2025.

King County's 'License for Love' initiative urges pet owners to register their pets for safety and easier recovery if lost, with benefits like the free Ride Home Program.

A tuberculosis case at Indio High School prompts public health actions, including contact tracing and free TB testing for those at risk, while the infected student recovers.

Washington State Department of Health took action against several healthcare providers, revoking or suspending their licenses due to various violations, including sexual misconduct and non-compliance.

Santa Clara Valley Medical Center's Level I Trauma Center saw a record 5,196 cases in 2024, the most in California, due to the closure of another local trauma center.

Governor Kathy Hochul signs an executive order allowing New York pharmacies to prescribe and administer COVID-19 vaccines without doctor's prescriptions.

New COVID-19 vaccine expected for 2025-2026 season in Las Vegas, as Southern Nevada Health District plans to stop offering the old shot and adopt the new formulation. Las Vegas faces increased COVID prevalence, with wastewater data showing a spike.

MPHD intensifies suicide prevention efforts in Nashville by launching community events during September's National Suicide Prevention Month due to a rise in suicide rates.

UF Health Leesburg Hospital is closing its Labor and Delivery unit due to fewer births and staffing challenges.

Several hand, foot, and mouth disease cases have been reported among students in Memphis-Shelby County Schools, leading to an investigation by local health authorities.

Los Angeles County Public Health advises avoiding swimming at certain beaches due to high bacteria levels, although some areas like parts of Manhattan and Hermosa Beach have been cleared.