A cat in Evergreen, Jefferson County, died of plague, marking the first local case since 2023, with health officials urging disease prevention measures.

Hawaiʻi's Department of Health offers free medical cannabis education courses for healthcare providers, covering the endocannabinoid system, clinical applications, and state regulations.

The USDA approved Florida's plan to ban SNAP purchases of certain junk foods, including soda and candy, starting in 2026 as part of a health initiative, facing criticism over enforcement and potential stigma.

Legionella bacteria was found in the water system at Allegria Village retirement home following two Legionnaires’ disease-related deaths; safety measures are in place while the cause of death remains unconfirmed.

The MEDIC Careers Act, sponsored by Senators Kelly and Rounds, aims to assist military medics in transitioning their skills to civilian health care jobs, addressing a predicted nurse shortage.

East Pierce County health officials investigate a potential local malaria case in a woman with no recent travel history, while emphasizing low risk of contraction and suggesting preventative measures.

New University of Hawaii research reveals more than half of Maui children ages 10-17 screen positive for depression two years after the devastating wildfires.

A Legionnaires' disease outbreak in Harlem has resulted in three deaths and many hospitalizations, with a significant drop in NYC's cooling tower inspections preceding the outbreak.

Federal funding for mRNA vaccine research in Houston is being stopped by HHS, affecting the city's medical research community and ongoing initiatives, despite its proven success during the COVID-19 pandemic.

UM Health-Sparrow becomes the first in Michigan to offer in-house measles testing, aiming for faster diagnosis and treatment.

Nataly Gomez, a breastfeeding counselor in Bloomington, provides personalized support to new mothers, drawing from her own experiences as a once-single teen mother.

Hawaii confirms its 11th travel-related dengue case of 2025, with 10 cases on Oahu and one on Maui as health officials intensify mosquito control efforts.

The Maui Police's MMEU provided essential services for the houseless at Kalama Park, including health support and resource information, as part of community engagement.