Medicaid cuts threaten jobs and healthcare in the Bronx, with two-thirds of residents reliant on the program. New York officials forecast widespread coverage loss and economic impact, while efforts to mitigate the crisis are currently uncertain.

Georgia Governor Kemp has appointed Dr. Dean Burke as the new Commissioner of the Department of Community Health, effective August 1, succeeding Russel Carlson.

A study in Clinical Gastroenterology and Hepatology suggests that inflammation, not symptoms, disrupts sleep in IBD patients, based on data from wearable tech.

NYC reports the lowest opioid overdose deaths in Q3 of 2024 since 2020, with initiatives to improve access to treatments and use of $4 million in yearly funds towards these efforts.

Lyme disease cases are on the rise in Lenawee County, with health officials reporting a significant increase in infections and advising precautions against tick bites.

Illinois fines and reprimands a Champaign doctor, Dr. Keith Reisinger-Kindle, after a procedure led to a patient's hospitalization and a lawsuit over a botched abortion.

Mosquitoes in Hamilton County tested positive for West Nile virus, with no human cases reported. Health officials began larvicide treatments and advise public on preventive measures.

Neurosurgery expert Joseph Cheng suggests that rest might worsen certain back conditions like axial spondyloarthritis, while it's beneficial for ankylosing spondylitis. Back pain management should be tailored to the individual's condition.

Health groups sued Health Secretary RFK Jr. for removing COVID-19 vaccines from recommended lists for children and expectant mothers, claiming it violates federal law.

Iredell Health System celebrated 4,200 years of combined employee service, with festivities for staff reaching service milestones, highlighting the organization's history and employee dedication.

NYC Mayor Adams' Citywide Doula Initiative served over 3,200 individuals and attended over 2,300 births in 2024, significantly aiding maternal health, particularly among Black, non-Hispanic women.

LA Public Health issued warnings for elevated bacteria levels at several local beaches, advising against swimming at high-traffic spots like Avalon Beach and Santa Monica Pier. Some areas received clearance after new tests met state standards.

Clinical Pharmacy Practitioners in El Paso are providing comprehensive care to veterans, managing conditions like diabetes and offering services such as prescribing medications and aiding with smoking cessation.