A lawsuit accuses St. Charles Health System of sending a patient's bill to collections without offering legally-required financial assistance based on income.

Fort Worth officials are addressing maternal and infant health disparities, revealing strategies to provide better access to resources and proactive mental health support for mothers in Tarrant County.

San Antonio celebrated its first annual Black Excellence Hair Showcase, highlighting cultural hairstyles and supporting the CROWN Act against hair-based racial discrimination.

Former news anchor Ron Oliveira advocates for heart health following his recovery from a heart attack, adopting lifestyle changes through the Pritikin Program.

Florida's Surgeon General faces backlash for not mandating unvaccinated students' exclusion during a measles outbreak.

NAMI intensifies efforts to address mental health stigma among Black males, focusing on the lack of services they receive and promoting discussion and education, particularly during Black History Month.

The Oregon House passed a bill to reduce corporate influence in healthcare, garnering bipartisan support and aiming to mandate key medical roles to be filled by qualified medical professionals.

The Chiquita Canyon Landfill in California faces multiple violations for improperly managing hazardous waste including benzene, failing to control leachate, and insufficient waste categorization.

Central Texas is experiencing a severe flu season, with health officials advising precautions such as vaccinations, hand washing, and mask-wearing in crowded places to prevent spread.

LA County health officials are easing COVID-19 updates due to declining cases and hospitalizations, while continuing to monitor trends and offering data resources online.

Officials announced two new measles cases in Maricopa County, warning of potential exposure at five locations and emphasizing the importance of vaccination.

OHSU's medical school dean, Dr. David Jacoby, resigned after President Jacobs lost confidence in his handling of a scandal involving illicit photos by Dr. Dan Marks.

Illinois schools can now stock and use opioid overdose-reversing medications like naloxone and nalmefene, following an updated order from IDPH Director Dr. Sameer Vohra.