Lorretta Cox, a heart patient on a cruise, faced a medical emergency and was hospitalized in the Dominican Republic, leading to high expenses and a community-funded return to the US.

LA Public Health warns of high bacteria levels at several beaches and advises against water activities near affected areas.

Multnomah County has proclaimed May as Mental Health Awareness Month to emphasize the importance of accessibility and cultural attunement in mental health services for all community members.

A jury found Zantac not responsible for a woman's cancer, while Pfizer settled over 10,000 cases related to Zantac's alleged cancer risks. More trials are upcoming.

Drug overdoses remain the top cause of accidental death in Travis County, rising to 486 cases in 2023, with fentanyl implicated in over half. Despite a grim outlook, the rate of increase in fentanyl deaths has slowed for the first time in four years.

A federal judge dismisses a lawsuit by John Stockton and a group led by RFK Jr. against Washington's attorney general aiming to prevent medical misconduct charges against two doctors spreading COVID misinformation.

Arizona celebrates EMS Week, honoring the work and evolution of emergency care, with a focus on May 19-25 and particularly May 22 for children's services.

The Sickle Cell Foundation of Georgia unveils the Sickle Cell Sanctuary to provide holistic and medical care for state residents with sickle cell disease.

Mosquitoes in Houston's 77019 ZIP code tested positive for West Nile virus. Harris County health officials are planning spray operations to control the spread.

Brittany Roy, a Yakima County substance abuse counselor, has had her credentials suspended amid allegations of misconduct with a minor patient which involved sending inappropriate texts. She has 20 days to respond to the charges.

The South Bexar County Mental Health Project at Texas A&M University-San Antonio trains educators to identify and assist students with mental health issues.

Jewell Loyd scored 32 points to lead Seattle Storm to an 85-83 victory over the Indiana Fever, with Skylar Diggins-Smith's defense contributing to the win.

The YMCA in San Antonio offers free counseling services for various groups including children, seniors, veterans, and parents, financed by grants aimed at supporting mental health.