The DOH-Hillsborough warns of high concentrations of red tide in Tampa Bay, advising against swimming and harvesting local seafood due to health risks. Residents with chronic lung conditions and pet owners are urged to take precautions.

Illegal cockfighting might worsen California's bird flu emergency as the state battles to control the outbreak. Other states, including Hawaii, are also considered at-risk, necessitating immediate interventions.

Minneapolis Health Department partners with Fairview Health Services to address food insecurity and chronic health issues by training clinic staff to aid patients in accessing nutritious foods.

S&M Shellfish Co. has recalled oysters due to potential norovirus contamination, affecting products distributed in multiple U.S. states. Consumers with these oysters should not eat them and seek medical advice if symptomatic.

Texas health officials warn about bird flu following a positive test in a Galveston duck. The CDC confirms the country's first severe case, urging preventive measures for those handling birds.

Harris County reports a 74.9% rise in substance-related deaths from 2018 to 2022, with a significant increase in healthcare visits, particularly among Black, non-Hispanic individuals.

Port St. Lucie has temporarily halted water fluoridation for 95,000 customers due to health risk concerns highlighted by Florida Surgeon General Dr. Joseph Ladapo.

Dr. Francisco Garcia, Pima County's Deputy County Administrator and Chief Medical Officer, will leave his position on January 3, 2025, after advancing public health and addressing crises like COVID-19.

Los Angeles County Department of Public Health has issued warnings for several beaches due to elevated bacterial levels, advising against water activities in affected areas. Some spots have been cleared and are safe for use again.

California Governor Newsom has declared a state of emergency to address the spread of Bird Flu after finding it in dairy cattle, enhancing response efforts and public safety.

A woman in Barron County, Wisconsin, has a presumptive case of bird flu after exposure to an infected poultry flock. Officials are monitoring the situation, emphasizing the low risk to the public and no signs of human-to-human transmission.

A recent study by the University of Minnesota School of Public Health reveals that ethical conflicts significantly raise burnout and job dissatisfaction among healthcare workers.

University of Minnesota experts offer advice for self-improvement, emphasizing realistic physical activity goals and caution against extreme diets for the new year.