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 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.

The Jesse Owens Clinic in South Phoenix is set to reopen in April after renovations, promising to continue its legacy of community health care and services.

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.

West Texas faces its worst measles outbreak in nearly 30 years with 48 cases, largely among unvaccinated or undetermined vaccination status children and adolescents.

Arizona sees a surge in RSV cases, with a notable increase in hospital admissions, primarily affecting young children. Health experts emphasize handwashing, staying home when sick, and seeking medical attention for severe symptoms.

Ebola scare in Manhattan was a false alarm; two patients at CityMD did not have the virus despite exhibiting symptoms and possible travel to an outbreak region.

Arizona confirms its first case of avian influenza H5N1 in a dairy herd, prompting a facility quarantine. Officials reassure that pasteurization ensures milk safety and address dairy workforce and tariff issues.

VA Hospital staff in North Las Vegas protest over 1,000 layoffs, expressing concerns this will impact veterans' care despite VA's claim of reallocating $98 million to service improvements.

Oregon and Washington state officials report two domestic cats contracting HPAI from raw pet food, leading to their euthanasia and prompting public health warnings.

San Diego faces a severe flu season with a fourth teen death, highlighting the importance of vaccination amid low local rates and 105 total fatalities. Health officials stress it's not too late for flu shots and prevention.

The ADHS emphasizes sexual health importance around Valentine's Day, encouraging STI testing, condom use, open communication, and vaccinations like HPV.

California health officials urge vaccinations amid high flu activity, noting it's not too late for protection despite rising cases and hospitalizations, including pediatric fatalities.