Houston businessman Jim "Mattress Mack" McIngvale is set to have open-heart surgery due to a heart condition. He plans to return to work 10 days post-surgery.

Arizona has confirmed its first human cases of H5 avian influenza in Pinal County, with the affected individuals, now recovered, having been exposed to infected poultry at a commercial facility. Risk to the public is low and measures are in place.

The City of Seattle has teamed up with Talkspace to offer free online therapy to youth, using a $14.55 million investment to support mental health amid rising concerns of anxiety and depression.

A child in Marin County may have bird flu; tests are pending at the CDC. This follows recent H5N1 findings in local birds, poultry, and milk, leading to cautious measures.

Los Angeles County health officials warn of high bacteria levels at several beaches, advising against water contact at locations like Topanga Canyon Beach and Inner Cabrillo Beach. Some areas, like Hermosa Beach Pier, have been cleared as safe.

ASU President Michael Crow has been recognized by Time Magazine for his sustainability efforts, notably focusing on education and innovative climate solutions.

A teacher, Melanie Smith, is suing Taylor Farms after being hospitalized from an E. coli infection linked to their lettuce, which also affected others in Missouri.

North Carolina's Health Department introduced a toolkit for states to manage medical debt, reflecting their success in involving all state hospitals to potentially relieve $4 billion in debt for citizens.

The Los Angeles County Department of Public Health has been reaccredited by the Public Health Accreditation Board, marking its ongoing commitment to national health standards.

Christmas tree farms are struggling with drought and heat, with effects ranging from sapling casualties to supply shortages. Farms are adapting strategies to cope, but the future of tree availability is uncertain.

California proposes AB 56, legislation for mandatory social media warning labels about potential mental health risks for young users, introduced by AG Rob Bonta and Assemblymember Bauer-Kahan.

St. Luke's Behavioral Health Center in Phoenix has reopened under new management after addressing health and safety issues, starting with one 26-bed unit and a focus on adult inpatient care.

Water tests in Aiea to Kahala showed no E. coli after an initial positive sample. BWS assured the public the tap water is safe, as routine chlorine disinfection prevents risk.