A Yale analysis and new market maps show about 61.7% of Utah hospitals sit in concentrated markets, raising concerns about rising bills and shrinking choice. Regulators and lawmakers are watching.

New national analyses show colorectal cancer is now the leading cancer killer for Americans under 50. Salt Lake City clinicians urge symptom awareness and screening starting at 45.

A 13-year-old Kerrville girl is in the ICU after influenza B progressed to pneumonia and septic shock; surgeons performed a triple amputation and the community is fundraising.

University Hospital is enrolling in trials that could let doctors give clot‑busting drugs up to 24 hours and, in select cases, perform thrombectomies up to 72 hours. The move could expand care for San Antonians who arrive past the old 4.5‑hour window.

USDA FSIS issued a public health alert after some 1‑lb White Oak Pastures ground beef sold at Mom’s Organic Markets was reported to possibly contain metal fragments. Check Sell By 03/19/2026 and avoid eating affected packs.

MDH’s new Center for Health Care Affordability report finds cost is forcing many Minnesotans to skip care and lays out a 2026 research and engagement agenda.

Family members say an 80-year-old resident was found bruised and sometimes left in her own waste. Public inspection records show repeated deficiencies and federal fines.

A Cincinnati constituent living with epidermolysis bullosa helped persuade Rep. Greg Landsman to introduce a bill that would test nationwide Medicaid coverage for costly wound‑care supplies. Lawmakers and advocates say the study could show whether covering bandages prevents expensive hospital stays.

The Castro's fitness fad continues to flex its muscle with the proposed addition of a megachain pilates studio.

UCI Health will cut roughly 150 jobs — about 1% of its workforce — in a restructuring the system says will prioritize primary care, surgery and specialty services.

A new Oncology Services and Infusion Center at Pointe Centre 2 in Chattanooga brings cancer care closer to local veterans and cuts lengthy drives to Nashville. A ribbon-cutting is set for March 27.

Inspections on March 19 found unsafe refrigeration temperatures, mold‑like residue and bare‑hand contact at a Hanover Royal Farms and the Dallastown Family Restaurant.

Lincoln Memorial University opened a 12‑acre Orange Park health sciences campus on Monday, bringing new osteopathic and veterinary programs and promising clinical training for 2026 cohorts.