Long Island's Crescent Duck Farm is recovering from avian flu, introducing new ducks to continue its lineage after culling its flock due to the outbreak.

Swim advisory remains for Lake Norman due to harmful algae blooms near Torrence Chapel Road; residents warned against swimming, boating, and using lake water.

The 3rd Annual Black Maternal & Infant Health Conference in Raleigh plans to tackle racial health disparities for African American mothers and infants, seeking systemic solutions over individual resilience.

The Illinois Department of Public Health has detected West Nile virus in 17 counties and urges preventive measures against mosquitoes during National Mosquito Control Awareness Week.

Charlotte Fire Department focuses on mental health for firefighters, promoting education and peer support in Safety Stand Down 2025 with the theme "Break the Stigma: Behavioral Health RESET."

Weiss Memorial Hospital in Chicago faces a catastrophic AC failure amidst a heatwave, forcing the transfer of inpatients and redirection of ambulances, with repairs taking several days.

Ohio State University research reveals that while most women consider motherhood, half are unsure about having children due to individual uncertainties, despite a stable desire for kids over time.

ADEQ issued an Ozone High Pollution Advisory for Maricopa County due to high ozone levels, recommending that residents, particularly children and those with lung diseases, limit outdoor activities.

Texas faces a resurgence of invasive hammerhead flatworms, which are harmful to local ecosystems and can cause skin irritation. They should be disposed of with gloves and not crushed due to their asexual reproduction.

Governor Kathy Hochul announces a $1 billion investment to revitalize the SUNY Downstate hospital in Brooklyn, covering infrastructure upgrades and expanding services.

New York City joins a coalition to protect $4 billion in federal research funding from potential NIH cuts, arguing the importance for medical research and local economies.

San Francisco Mayor Lurie invests $500,000 in a firefighter cancer prevention screening pilot for first responders aged 40+ with at least five years of service to detect cancer early, with plans for long-term sustainability.

UMMS sues MPC over $15M in denied Medicaid claims, affecting patients with serious conditions, while MPC defends its integrity and compliance practices.