San José approved a $764,000 community paramedicine pilot to train firefighter‑paramedics to divert frequent 911 callers to care instead of the ER. The small team could hit the streets this fall if state sign‑off arrives.

Podiatrists in Tampa and across the U.S. say some patients on GLP‑1 drugs are reporting heel pain, visible tendons and sudden shoe‑size changes after rapid weight loss.

Stony Brook Southampton Hospital has seen 58 people with symptoms consistent with salmonella since July 1, and Suffolk County health officials are investigating. Most patients were treated and discharged.