Maricopa County confirmed its first heat-related death of 2026 and officials urged residents to prioritize heat safety and check on vulnerable neighbors.

A North Ridgeville father is receiving liver-directed chemotherapy through an implanted pump at UH Seidman, a targeted approach meant to reduce side effects and buy time.

University Health completed a first‑in‑the‑nation seven‑pair living‑donor liver exchange, matching seven donors with seven recipients in San Antonio.

A Neurology analysis led by UTHealth found a modest short‑term association between high‑dose flu vaccination and lower Alzheimer’s risk in adults 65+, especially women. Researchers urge caution.

Cigna has terminated its contract with Baptist Health; the system says it remains in‑network through June 23, 2026 while negotiations continue.

State immunization data show overall coverage is stable, but rising religious waivers and under‑vaccinated pockets in places like Dukes and Franklin counties raise outbreak risks.

The Texas Medical Association has joined a multistate antitrust suit accusing Claritev and major insurers of underpaying out‑of‑network claims, alleging billions in losses for doctors.

Oregon Health Authority says licensed tattoo artists can’t administer OTC numbing creams, leaving permanent‑makeup shops and medical tattooists scrambling.

Tampa oncologists are pushing back on a viral sun‑care fad that urges people to skip SPF and "build" a so‑called solar callus. Experts say sunscreen and checks beat social‑media hacks.

A new JAMA analysis finds Bronx school dental programs are less likely to enroll the kids who need care most, pointing to consent and outreach gaps.

Rural Oklahomans face higher heart‑disease risks and often must travel long distances for emergency care; Clinton’s hospital reopened with fewer services while national programs work to help.

Blueroot Health recalled two lots of Vital Nutrients Aller-C after internal testing found undeclared egg, hazelnut and soy. Online orders nationwide, including NY and NJ, may be affected.

Sacramento County secured a $2.95M state grant to open a Family Respite Center to support youth and families in crisis. Treasurer Fiona Ma visited and praised the plan.