Bestway Sandwiches Inc. recalls 25,000 pounds of chicken and cheese taquitos due to metal fragments. The recall affects 31 states and involves products with best-before dates in 2025 and the establishment number EST. P-40327.

First Lady Jill Biden visits San Francisco to address women's health issues, highlighting the administration's commitment to improving research in this area.

Arizona officials urge hunters and falconers to follow safety guidelines to prevent the spread of avian flu after detections in domestic and wild birds.

Governor Hochul proposes new education and mental health initiatives in New York, including teen mental health programs, college-in-high-school courses, apprenticeships, and after-school programs with mental health resources.

A deer mouse in Cuyamaca Rancho State Park tested positive for hantavirus, prompting reminders on how to prevent infection, including safe cleaning practices and avoiding rodent-infested areas.

Mayor Eric Adams signed two bills in NYC: one to simplify health insurance enrollment for city workers, and another to expand security funding for private schools.

Avian Flu has caused duck deaths at the Arboretum Duck Pond in Austin, Texas. Wildlife authorities urge caution and have implemented measures to prevent further spread.

Atrium Health and Novant Health in North Carolina have instituted temporary visitor restrictions in their hospitals due to increased respiratory illnesses.

Los Angeles County extends smoke advisory due to wildfires until January 12, 2025, cautioning residents about poor air quality and recommending protective measures like staying indoors and minimizing outdoor activities.

Arizona reports its first pediatric flu death of the season in Pinal County, urging the community to get vaccinated as flu cases rise across the state.

Miami's first medical marijuana dispensary, Ayr Wellness, opened after a five-year process, marking a policy shift despite some local officials' concerns.

Avian influenza was confirmed in a small backyard flock in Clayton County, Georgia, with officials enacting biosecurity measures to prevent its spread.

Orlando Health transitioned from South Seminole Hospital to the larger, newly opened Orlando Health Lake Mary Hospital, expanding bed capacity and modern medical services for Seminole County.