Santa Clara County reports a 19% increase in tuberculosis cases in 2023, prompting health officials to urge high-risk individuals to get tested and seek treatment.

Eight Dallas-area restaurants have been named James Beard Awards semifinalists, with David Uygur of Lucia up for Outstanding Chef and other local chefs vying for Best Chef: Texas.

A Florida bill could broaden wrongful death suits, possibly impacting abortion providers by allowing lawsuits over the loss of a fetus due to negligence. Critics fear it may be used to target healthcare professionals assisting in abortions.

Medical residents at Northwestern Medicine voted overwhelmingly to unionize, with 84% in favor, aiming to negotiate better wages, benefits, and working conditions.

The Budweiser Clydesdales team has a new colt, born at Warm Springs Ranch, which raises excitement for its potential future in the brand's iconic commercials.

Health experts are challenging the reliability of BMI as a sole health indicator, pointing out its failure to accommodate racial, ethnic, age, and gender differences.

A former Austin dental practice owner, Clinton Finch Herzog, was sentenced to three years in prison for wire fraud, involving the misuse of investor funds for personal luxuries. He must also pay over $2 million in restitution.

Health officials have issued a warning about high bacterial levels in the water at Santa Monica Pier and Mothers Beach in Marina Del Rey, advising against swimming in these areas.

An Austin man, Phillip Engle, climbed mountains after recovering from a stroke that once left him wheelchair-bound, now inspiring other stroke survivors.

Austin unveiled its first Trauma Recovery Center focused on mental health for crime survivors, enhanced newborn care with the Family Connects program, and maintained food safety with over 10,000 inspections.

Illinois Governor JB Pritzker announced BEACON, a program to streamline access to children's mental health care, in collaboration with Google's Public Sector division.

The Brooklyn Bridge Alliance for Youth is seeking interns for their initiative to improve mental health for Black youth, involving local collaboration to address systemic disparities.

The 22nd Life Time Miami Marathon and Half Marathon is set to take place, with 18,000 runners trained and streets closing for the event, featuring diverse participants, a Health & Fitness Expo, and requiring extensive logistical coordination.