Los Angeles County officials issued health advisories for several popular beaches due to high bacterial levels, urging ocean-goers to avoid swimming near specific areas.

Lynnette Rhodes, a health policy expert in Georgia, was honored with a 2025 "Women of Influence" award by the Atlanta Business Chronicle for her impactful work and leadership.

West Nile virus activity intensifies across Northern California with 9 confirmed human cases statewide and over 1,100 positive mosquito samples detected in 2025.

Cache County, Utah, confirms two new West Nile virus cases, totaling three statewide, with heightened mosquito pool positivity rates and health warnings about severe risks.

An evacuation occurred at 26 Federal Plaza, NYC, due to white powder in letters, later identified as non-dangerous boric acid. The incident is under investigation.

The fourth death from a Legionnaires' disease outbreak in Central Harlem has been reported, with cases reaching 99. Legionella bacteria were found in several government building cooling towers, including Harlem Hospital which treated many patients.

The Hawai'i Department of Health closed Miguel's Cocina food truck due to multiple food safety violations, requiring them to correct issues before reopening.

Allegheny County Health Department schedules mosquito treatment in seven neighborhoods to prevent West Nile Virus after detecting the virus in samples.

Los Angeles beachgoers are warned against water activities at several spots due to high bacterial levels; however, Mothers Beach advisories have been lifted.

Nashville focuses on student health with school nurses providing care and education, aiming for a nurse in every school. Over 400 health sessions were held, impacting the return-to-class rate positively.

Utah reports the first human case of West Nile virus this year in Salt Lake County, with the patient recovering at home after hospitalization for a severe neuroinvasive form of the disease.

Facing a Legionnaires' disease outbreak and impending Medicaid cuts, Harlem residents grapple with health disparities and service reductions, raising concerns about the community's ability to cope with public health crises.

LA General Medical Center won a NACo Achievement Award for its successful nursing program, promoting retention and professional growth among new nurses.