The first U.S. case of a new mpox strain, clade I, was reported in Northern California. The risk to the public is low, but health officials are alert and tracing contacts.

A new strain of mpox, clade I, has been diagnosed in a California resident who had traveled from Africa; health officials are monitoring contacts but see no broader spread in the U.S.

Respiratory illnesses such as Mycoplasma pneumoniae infections and whooping cough are increasing in San Diego, with young children and teenagers being particularly affected. Health officials advocate vaccinations in response.

Denver's Office of the Medical Examiner works to reconcile autopsies with religious beliefs, using alternatives like Lodox X-rays and reviewing medical history when possible, while respecting traditions.

Nearly 2,000 people have engaged in a survey on Tijuana River Valley pollution impacts in San Diego County, with efforts ongoing to gather more input, especially regarding children's health.

The OHA confirmed Oregon's first human case of HPAI linked to a Clackamas County poultry operation, emphasizing low public risk and no person-to-person transmission.

Mosquitoes in Orleans Parish have tested positive for West Nile virus; authorities will conduct targeted control treatments and urge residents to take preventive measures.

A bird flu case was confirmed at a Pinal County, Arizona poultry farm, with officials enforcing quarantine and emphasizing low public risk while raising biosecurity measures.

Pizza Romano in Oakland faces scrutiny after a health inspection revealed unsanitary conditions including rodent droppings, leading to a consumer alert and 17 violations.

A student at Windermere Elementary in Pflugerville, TX, was diagnosed with measles, prompting school and health officials to notify and advise parents. No further confirmed cases were reported.

High bacteria levels prompt a health advisory at Oahu's Laniakea Beach, posing risks to swimmers and the ecosystem.

A raccoon in Anne Arundel County tested positive for rabies, prompting health alerts for potential human or pet exposures near Cedarwood Cove Community.

Hawaiʻi's open enrollment for 2025 Health Insurance Marketplace has started. Residents can sign up or update plans until January 15, 2025, with subsidies available for some.