Jeffersonville’s syringe‑exchange program is relying on private donations and packaged kits after a July federal order limited what substance‑abuse grants can buy. Health officials worry the patchwork won’t last as Indiana’s exchange law nears a sunset.

NYC's OnPoint NYC has reported nearly 2000 overdose interventions at their centers, with a potential saving of $55 million, but expansion plans are uncertain amid debate over their long-term efficacy.

Dr. Richard Carmona of the ADHS provides guidance for Arizonans to stay healthy during the holidays by highlighting vaccination and prevention strategies against respiratory illnesses.

David Hope was promoted from interim to president of Queen’s University Medical Group. He’ll oversee 700+ providers and help coordinate clinical care and medical training.

Early state data and research show infant deaths in Texas have risen since 2021. Lawmakers passed Everly’s Law to require bereavement supports and cooling devices for hospitals.

Hale Kipa was named an inaugural grantee of the Decolonizing Wealth Project’s Youth Mental Health Fund, tapping into a $5.07M pool to expand culturally grounded care across Hawaiʻi.

A Fifth Ward mother says recurring sewage backups made her child ill and she now faces eviction after withholding rent while waiting for repairs.

NY Attorney General Letitia James announced a settlement with Fidelis Care for wrongfully charging for free COVID-19 and HIV screenings, affecting over 18,000 New Yorkers. Fidelis will refund $2.8 million and pay a $175,000 state penalty.

Former nursing home aide Rachel Paillet pleads guilty to stealing over $60,000 from a resident's debit card at The Pearl Nursing Center in Rochester, New York.

The Wisconsin DHS reported the first pediatric deaths from COVID-19 and flu, emphasizing the importance of vaccinations amid rising respiratory illnesses.

Kevin Curtis, LCSW, discusses the concept of a mental breakdown and its warning signs, emphasizing the importance of self-care and seeking help when overwhelmed.

Los Angeles County has issued a swimming advisory for several beaches due to high bacterial levels, advising against ocean activities at popular spots like Santa Monica Pier and Surfrider Beach.

Senate Bill 43, expanding the definition of "gravely disabled" to include severe substance use disorders, will start impacting Los Angeles mental health care in 2026.