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.

Castro fitness fanatics looking for a place to relax, recover, and recharge could soon have a new option along Market Street.

Southern Nevada lacks the newest COVID-19 vaccine, though previous versions are available, particularly for at-risk groups. There are delays and regulatory challenges in vaccine distribution, amidst a rise in COVID-19 cases and limited FDA approvals.

Clark County extends its search for a nurse to join the Public Health Advisory Council, with the term lasting until 2028. Meetings are monthly, plus quarterly in-person.

Rowan County plans to use a $28 million opioid settlement for addiction crisis initiatives, including treatment, prevention, and harm reduction efforts, with a decline in overdose fatalities and ER visits reported.

Massachusetts reports the first human West Nile virus case of the year in a woman from Middlesex County; health officials urge continued mosquito protection.