Austin Public Health Marks 30 Years of Service During National Public Health Week Amid Texas Measles Outbreak
Austin Public Health is celebrating National Public Health Week by highlighting their services and staff contributions to community health, overcoming the urgency of the recent measles outbreak.
Houston Health Department Warns of Measles Exposure at Hobby Airport, Urges Vigilance and Vaccination Checks
The Houston Health Department confirmed a measles case in an unvaccinated traveler at Hobby Airport on March 30; exposure risk was stated, and vaccination status checks were urged.
Oakland and Macomb Counties in Michigan Report Cases of Mumps and Measles, Prompting Vaccination Urges
Oakland County, Michigan reports its first mumps case of the year, and Macomb County confirms a new measles case linked to travel in Canada. Health officials stress the importance of the MMR vaccine in preventing such diseases.
Chicago Man Temporarily Released by ICE to Donate Kidney to Brother in Critical Health Condition
ICE released José Gregorio González, detained since March 3, allowing him to potentially donate a kidney to his brother José Alfredo Pacheco, in kidney failure and dependent on dialysis. Community advocacy played a key role in his temporary release.
Harris County Investigates First Measles Case of 2025 Amid Rising State-Wide Concerns
Harris County Public Health is investigating a measles case in a child without travel history, the first in 2025 for the county. Health officials stress the importance of vaccination, while the local high immunization rate keeps concerns in check.
New York AG Letitia James Challenges Trump Administration's Cuts to Title X Reproductive Health Funding
NY Attorney General Letitia James criticizes the Trump administration's suspension of Title X funding for reproductive health services, highlighting the harm to marginalized communities.
Bloomington Celebrates Public Health Workers During National Public Health Week's 30th Anniversary
National Public Health Week celebrates its 30th anniversary on April 7-13, focusing on individual roles in community health, and honors local public health workers in Bloomington, Edina, and Richfield.
9/11 Health Program in Turmoil, Trump Admin Cuts Spark Outrage Among Survivors and Lead to Bipartisan Backlash in New York
Layoffs at the World Trade Center Health Program by the Trump administration raise concerns for 9/11 survivors' healthcare, as pivotal staff, including Dr. John Howard of NIOSH, are cut.












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