Health officials in Fort Bend County confirm first measles case of the year in a woman with recent international travel; public urged to vaccinate and monitor for symptoms.

Chicago's public health department is in a funding crisis after losing $125 million in federal grants, threatening staff positions, contracts, and preparedness for health crises.

New York faces over $360 million in federal health funding cuts, affecting public, mental, and substance use services, with Governor Hochul criticizing the decision and the impact on New Yorkers.

HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. plans to cut 20,000 jobs, with 2,400 from the CDC, to refocus on epidemics and improve efficiency, amidst concerns over service impacts.

Placer County plans a medication take-back event on April 26 to safely dispose of unused drugs, complementing existing permanent drop boxes and mail-back services.

Austin officials declared a "Vaccines for Children Day" amid a Texas measles outbreak, highlighting the importance of vaccination and the 30-year success of the VFC program.

The FDA has issued a recall for mislabeled decaf ground coffee sold in 15 states, including Illinois, due to safety concerns for those needing caffeine-free diets.

Texas faces public health concerns as the state's health department stops spending due to the cancellation of $877 million in federal COVID-19 grants amid a measles outbreak.

Shelby County reports its first measles case of the year, prompting public health alerts and vaccination efforts. Health officials urge community awareness and vaccination status checks.

The Featherstone Boarding Home opens in Salt Lake County to provide mental health support and housing for those with severe mental illness, as part of a regional action plan.

Ohio's state health director urges vaccinations amidst measles cases in the state, stressing the seriousness of the disease and the effectiveness of immunization.

Montgomery County hosts its 5th 'Right from the Start' event to support Black maternal and child health at Holy Cross Hospital on April 12, offering resources and education.

The University of Minnesota developed a hormone-free male birth control pill, YCT-529, showing a 99% success rate in mice and reducing sperm count in primates, with both groups regaining fertility post-treatment.