Maricopa County confirmed the area's first West Nile-related death of 2026 and reports 17 human cases as mosquito activity rises. Officials urge prevention steps.

Hey Jane has started shipping abortion pills across Arizona after a court ruling and Prop 139 cleared the way, aiming to reach patients outside urban centers.

Mohave County confirmed a fatal hantavirus pulmonary syndrome case in the Kingman area and urged residents to follow safety guidance when cleaning rodent‑infested spaces.

MoneyLion finds Arizona retirees need about $68,642 a year beyond Social Security — roughly $1.37M over 20 years. City choice (Tempe, Casa Grande, Glendale) can shrink that total.

State reports and local partners say child drownings fell after a push for 'water watchers', swim lessons and CPR training. Officials warn the risk remains high and urge vigilance.

A Phoenix woman says a tattoo she booked through Instagram left her hospitalized with sepsis, compartment syndrome and two surgeries; she is now on antibiotics and seeking a refund.

A Phoenix doctor warns a rotavirus surge and a federal schedule change have made timing crucial — the rotavirus series must be finished by eight months.

HonorHealth will open a 40,000‑square‑foot medical fitness center at its Pima Center campus in north Scottsdale in August 2026, pairing physician‑led programs with onsite rehab, pools and courts.

A Hawaii man's valley fever spread to his brain and he was medevaced to Mayo Clinic in Phoenix, where specialists are managing a lengthy recovery.

Apache County reported a rare human plague case this week; the patient recovered and officials say public risk is low while environmental follow‑up continues. Symptoms and prevention tips were shared.

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

Maricopa County identified three Queen Creek exposure sites — an Easter egg hunt and visits to Costco and Walmart — and urges those present to monitor for symptoms and consult providers.

A West Phoenix mother and daughter were mistakenly listed as deceased by the state Medicaid agency after a data‑entry error; AHCCCS says it will restore benefits.