CDC studies show value of nationwide wastewater disease surveillance, as potential funding cut looms

Two new studies from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention show wastewater monitoring of measles can flag measles ...

Flu cases surging in California as officials warn of powerful virus strain

California officials warn of an increase in flu-related hospitalizations and confirm a second severe-flu-related death.
The Bulletin

Measles cases confirmed in Oregon; Central Oregon on alert

As Oregon confirmed its first measles cases of 2026, health officials in Central Oregon say the region has been preparing for more than a year and is ready to respond if the contagious virus appears ...

Providence to seek outside review of the city’s response to the shooting at Brown University

Mayor Brett Smiley released a timeline of the city’s emergency response to the Dec. 13 shooting, detailing how first ...

Fast-spreading flu strain pushes ER visits higher across western Washington

A highly contagious influenza A (H3N2) variant is driving more ER visits, and health officials warn the peak of flu season ...
Duluth News Tribune

Flu surge impacting local emergency departments

Duluth health care systems encourage patients experiencing flu symptoms to seek care that fits their specific needs to avoid ...