California hires ex-CDC leaders Monarez and Houry to strengthen public health amid federal policy shifts.

U.S. President Trump urged China to release Hong Kong activist Jimmy Lai over health concerns after his conviction on sedition charges.

Speaker Mike Johnson introduces new health care plan amid GOP divisions.

Florida plans to drop most school vaccine mandates, sparking debate over public health and parental rights.

The Trump administration plans a nationwide ban on gender-affirming care for transgender minors in federally funded hospitals, targeting hormone therapy and puberty blockers.

A new flu strain is causing an early, severe outbreak across Europe, with cases rising rapidly and health systems under pressure.

Hong Kong's Jimmy Lai, 78, faces life in prison after being convicted under the national security law; his daughter says he’s severely ill from isolation and hopes to focus on faith and family if freed.

Google invests $8M in Indian AI hubs for health, agriculture, education, and cities, plus $400K for health AI and $2M for Indian language tech.

Thousands of Gaza amputees, including children, struggle to access care due to shortages and blocked evacuations.

Bhutan will use $1 billion in Bitcoin to fund Gelephu Mindfulness City, a sustainable wellness hub.