Denver's Disease Detectives: DDPHE Epidemiology Team Tackles Over 140 Outbreaks to Safeguard City Health
The Denver Department of Public Health & Environment’s Epidemiology and Disease Intervention team managed 144 outbreaks and numerous disease cases in 2024, employing their expertise to track illnesses and prevent spread.
New York Attorney General Sues Major E-Cigarette Companies for Allegedly Fueling Youth Vaping Crisis
NY Attorney General Letitia James is suing e-cigarette companies, including Puff Bar and MYLE Vape, for marketing flavored nicotine products to minors and violating numerous laws.
New York Physician Indicted by Texas, Louisiana Over Telemedicine Abortion Pills Amid Shield Law Debate
A New York doctor faces legal challenges from Texas and Louisiana for mailing abortion pills, despite NY's shield law protecting such actions post-Roe v. Wade overturn.
Measles Outbreak Hits South Plains, Texas with 58 Cases, Health Officials Urge Vaccination and Caution
A measles outbreak has hit Texas' South Plains, with 58 cases reported across five counties, leading to 13 hospitalizations, mostly among unvaccinated individuals. Health officials urge vaccination and caution.
Cary and Apex Residents Prepare for Routine Maintenance as Free Chlorine Replaces Ammonia in Water Treatment
Cary and Apex, NC, will temporarily stop adding ammonia in water treatment starting March 1, 2025, replacing it with chlorine, prompting locals to watch for odor, discoloration, and impact on sensitive users.
NYU Langone Invests $10.5 Million in East Manhattan and Brooklyn for Cardiac Care Expansion
NYU Langone is expanding cardiac care services in Manhattan and Brooklyn, with a $10.5 million renovation for outpatient treatments and enhanced facilities, including upgrades to catheterization labs.
Staten Island Health Center's $42M Expansion Faces Uncertainty Amid Nationwide Federal Funding Freeze
A $42 million expansion of a Staten Island health center is jeopardized by a federal funding freeze, which has affected community health centers nationwide, leading to service disruptions and center closures.












