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Milwaukee doula program goes to contract model to improve availability
Doulas were previously on staff at the health department, where typical work hours conflicted with times they were needed by pregnant clients, according to the program manager.
Salt Lake County Health Department reports first human West Nile Virus case of 2026
The Salt Lake County Health Department reported the area's first human West Nile Virus case of the year.The health department expects the infected adult, who wa
Health administrator fired, plans wrongful termination suit against Monroe County
Monroe County health administrator Lori Kelley has been fired, her attorney says, and plans an EEOC charge and lawsuit alleging sexual harassment and retaliation. Her departure comes as the health department is struggling with nursing vacancies.
Trump wants you to know this RFK Jr. aide’s name
Chris Klomp is working to boost morale and deliver results at the Health Department after a year of upheaval.
Delaware Public Health District warns of rabies case
The health department said it is important for residents to take precautions
Burlington County Health Department Offering Flu Vaccines Beginning September 18
The Burlington County Health Department announced its free flu vaccine clinics schedule to protect residents and keep communities healthy.The Health Department will be holding weekly flu vaccine clini
Central District Health Department searches for new director, interim named
The Central District Health Department is searching for a new health director and a previously named director is no longer with the health department.In a news
Southeast Utah Health Dept. asks those with foodborne illness symptoms to report online
The Southeast Utah Health Department began investigating a potential foodborne illness outbreak.The health department said that the outbreak is in Carbon County
Eau Claire City-County Health Department to offer discounted well water testing
The health Department offers two different tests for purchase.
Bulloch County Health Department to host WIC Farmers Market this Tuesday & Wednesday
Eligible Georgia residents participating in the Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) Program will soon have more access to fresh, locally sourced fruits and vegetables through a series of farmers' markets hosted by the Southeast Health District. The market will be at the health department (1 W. Altman St.) on Tuesday, June 23, 2026, and Wednesday, June 24, 2026, from 9am-2pm each day.
Public health event to continue discussion of racial disparities in Douglas County birth outcomes
The health department is inviting the Douglas County community to continue an April conversation focused on racial disparities in local birth outcomes.
Christian County Health Department Offers Personalized Emergency Plans
September is Emergency Preparedness Month, and the Christian County Health Department (CCHD) is helping residents prepare before severe weather or another emergency occurs. CCHD Emergency Preparedness Coordinator, Ellen, is offering to create personalized emergency plans for area households. Residents can call the health department at […]
Health department offering cannabis lock bags
Directors with the health department in Kalamazoo County are offering free cannabis lock bags again. (Aug. 12, 2026)
Health emergency preparedness nominee walks back comments skeptical of vaccine safety - Live Updates
Sean Kaufman, the White House nominee for the health department's assistant secretary for preparedness and response, said the shots were safe after expressing vaccine skepticism online.
New resolution calls rat problem in Northeast Philly a ‘public health emergency'
A new resolution urges the Health Department and other agencies to coordinate an urgent response to rodent activity in Lower Northeast Philly.
Lexington-Fayette Health Department shuts down mall restaurant
The health department closed down a restaurant in the Fayette Mall after repeated failed inspections according to the Lexington Herald-Leader.
Milwaukee residents' health affected by housing, income, education
The health department will focus on five priority health concerns – chronic disease, maternal and child health, mental health, substance use disorder, and violence and injury prevention – in the coming years.
Measles outbreak hits Lewis County: 11 cases confirmed in unvaccinated people
About nine out of 10 unvaccinated people who are exposed to measles will become infected, the health department said.
Tennessee parents, doctors warn of law aimed at excluding ill undocumented children from public medical program
A Tennessee law requires the health department to share the immigration status of a child with state authorities if they’re enrolled in the Children’s Special Services program.
Warriors Fans Get Positive Moses Moody Health Update
The Golden State Warriors will need a lot of good luck in the health department to experience any success this coming season. Both Jimmy Butler and Moses Moody are rehabbing from brutal NBA injuries with hopes of returning earlier into the season. Stephen Curry is hoping to bounce back from an injured season limiting his […] The post Warriors Fans Get Positive Moses Moody Health Update appeared first on HEAVY.
Pittsfield Health Shuts Down North Street Eatery for 'Pests'
Closed sign on Iztac's front door. PITTSFIELD, Mass. — Iztac Mexican Restaurant is currently shut down by the Health Department. A hearing at the Board of...
Philly Health Department warns of possible measles exposure at airport
The Health Department noted that the measles exposure would have taken place on the morning of Saturday, July 4.
Christian County Health Department Talks Vaccine Recommendations
The Christian County Health Department is encouraging community members to be vaccinated against respiratory illnesses. They highlight the flu, COVID-19, and RSV as the key conditions to be aware of, with vaccine recommendations differing by a number of factors. The health department offers the vaccines […]
4 key Cowboys defenders showing improved health
There are some Cowboys defenders who seem to be improving in the health department.
Tucson FREEdge receives Health Department warning over free food distribution
The nonprofit argues that their community refrigerator model doesn't fall under the Health Department's food codes.
Sick at the Health Department: Workers say Albany office air is making them ill
New York health workers in Albany cite headaches and coughing at 875 Central Ave. after ceiling collapses.
LA County sees increase in flu-related ER visits and hospitalizations
The health department said flu activity is expected to remain high in the coming weeks.
Health department, NorthLakes Community Clinic offering local flu shot clinics
Appointments are encouraged, but walk-ins are welcome at all locations, according to the health department.
A Jackson County measles case shut down the health department. Here’s what we know
A measles case in eastern Jackson County shut down the health department Monday as officials work to limit the spread and find people who may have been exposed. This is the second confirmed measles case in Jackson County this year.
Cancer advocates join physician groups to defend Florida vaccine mandates
Monday is the deadline to comment on the health department's plan to strike four longstanding immunization requirements that the advocates say are safe and lifesaving.
What’s in Congress’ sweeping health care deal: PBM reform, telehealth, science funding
The health department would get $116.8 billion in funding, a modest increase over 2025 but $33 billion more than Trump requested.
Wood County Health Department confirms measles case; multiple possible exposure sites in Bowling Green
The individual was infectious while visiting several sites in Bowling Green on specific days and times, according to the health department.
Top aides to RFK Jr. will leave posts
The moves are part of a broader management shakeup at the health department.
Possible measles exposure at UNC Nash County Health Department after child tests positive
Nash County health leaders are sending out a warning about a potential measles exposure after a child who visited the UNC Health Nash Emergency Department on Tuesday tested positive for the disease. Anyone who was at the health department between 9 a.m. and 11 p.m. Tuesday may have been exposed.
Alexandria residents pick safety, health care access and youth programs as focus of next health plan
The health department announced the results Tuesday and is recruiting residents for workgroups that will write the plan's specific actions.
Uninsured rate in Minnesota spikes, climbing to the highest level in 6 years
Uninsurance rates have risen across the state and among nearly all demographic groups, highlighting persistent disparities, the health department said.
Health officials warn of potential measles exposure at Philadelphia International Airport
The Health Department says a person with measles traveled through the airport on the Fourth of July.
Five group homes. Two scandals. Health Department program under microscope
The Health Department revoked the licenses for group homes owned and managed by Sekou Dukuly, the executive director of the National Port Authority of Liberia, as well as those connected to Andrea Sampson, a former Anoka County Attorney who prosecutors say used some of her properties to traffic women before converting them into group homes and billing Medicaid.
Tal Bagels, Popular UWS Bagel Spot, Closed by the Health Department
The Health Department closure sign on the front of Tal Bagels on the Upper West Side. Photo by Nate Jones.
Michigan health department issues warning about recalled squeeze toys
The health department said people should properly dispose of the items because the sand inside might contain asbestos.
Santa Clara health officials monitoring resident who was onboard hantavirus-stricken cruise
The health department said no further information regarding the person’s exposure will be released due to medical privacy laws, but added there is no known risk to the public at this time.
Tarrant County Public Health is seeking your input. Here’s when and where
The health department will hold 14 community listening sessions this month to gather input from Tarrant County residents.
Inside RFK Jr.’s scrapped plan to adopt the Danish vaccine schedule in America
Legal and political concerns prompted the health department to cancel a planned announcement on Friday, officials said.
Licking County Health Department has tested a record number of bats for rabies this year - The Reporting Project
The health department said of the 50 bats it has tested this year, zero have tested positive for the deadly virus.
Maryland declares measles outbreak in 3 counties
The Maryland Department of Health has declared a measles outbreak in St. Mary’s, Carroll and Cecil counties, health officials said Monday. The health department said it is investigating 14 confirmed cases among unvaccinated Maryland residents and that most of the case contacts occurred within specific households. Measles is considered highly contagious and can be spread through the air when an…
Three sheriff’s offices sign up for jail mental health hold reimbursements under new Wyoming law
The law allows the health department to pay jails for holding and treating people with mental illnesses while they await a bed at the state hospital.
Group homes licensed by the Health Department drive growth — and problems
Group homes can be licensed by the Department of Human Services or, more recently, by the Department of Health. in Brooklyn Park, which has more group homes than any other city in Minnesota, those Health Department-licensed facilities appear to be responsible for an outsize number of the police calls that the city says are overwhelming its first responders.
Fifth Legionnaires' death confirmed as dozens of NYC buildings found with live bacteria
A fifth person has died as a result of a Legionnaires’ disease outbreak in Manhattan, the health department said, which also shared that dozens of buildings were found to have live legionella bacteria in their cooling towers.
Lexington restaurant reopens after health department reinspection. Why it closed
The restaurant was one of three closed by the health department last month. All are now back in business. What happened?
Corporate America is paying for access to RFK Jr.
The upcoming Make America Healthy Again Summit is brought to you by companies with business before the Health Department.
New free produce stand opens for Cudahy residents
Cudahy residents can now access free fresh produce at the health department to help address limited local grocery options.
Cyclospora cases in Lancaster County exceed typical July levels, health department says
The health department noted that the current case count is higher than it typically sees this time of year.
RFK Jr. packs health agencies with political appointees
Eighteen months into Robert F. Kennedy Jr.’s tenure leading the Health Department, he’s stacked his agencies with more political appointees than any other recent administration, while reducing staffing to a 20-year low.
RFK Jr. packs health agencies with political appointees
Eighteen months into Robert F. Kennedy Jr.’s tenure leading the Health Department, he’s stacked his agencies with more political appointees than any other recent administration, while reducing staffing to a 20-year low.