The Livingston County Health Department issued an alert for a rabid bat in Brighton and advises caution and reporting of bat encounters to prevent rabies.

Mosquito samples in Carrollton test positive for West Nile Virus, with ground-based spraying planned for prevention. The city advises residents to take precautions such as using repellent and removing standing water.

ODHS and OHA reported the suicide of a 17-year-old in Oregon's foster care. Reviews and investigations are underway to prevent such tragedies and ensure children's access to mental health services.

LA County Public Health has issued a water use warning for several beaches due to high bacterial levels, urging beachgoers to avoid certain coastal swim areas.

Enjoy a therapeutic 3.5-mile guided walk at Cleary Lake Regional Park, integrating stretching and mindfulness on August 13, from 4-5:30 PM for free. It's suitable for all ages and accessible for strollers.

Baltimore's DPW suspended collections for a day to train workers on heat safety following an employee's death.

Fundraisers will rappel down a Boston building for the Special Olympics, continuing the eight-year tradition of the Over the Edge event to raise money and awareness.

Dublin will conduct mosquito spraying in the north zone on August 5 due to West Nile Virus detection, as part of Franklin County Public Health's mosquito management efforts.

Washington County Public Health encourages parents to update their children's vaccines with increased whooping cough and measles cases before the new school year.

Long Beach officials urge residents to take precautions during a heatwave, utilizing city facilities as cooling centers and advising on hydration and heat illness prevention.

CSN becomes the first school in Nevada to mandate heart screenings for student athletes, collaborating with Vegas Has A Heart to identify cardiac issues.

Texas experiences a surge in carbon monoxide poisoning incidents after Hurricane Beryl, reviving memories of the 2021 storm, with new debates on safety regulations.

Health officials in Galveston County warn of increasing Vibrio bacteria cases, urging beachgoers to practice good hygiene, cover wounds, and avoid raw shellfish.