State Approves Regional One Health Plan for New Hospital on Union Avenue
Memphis, TN – March 10, 2026 – Regional One Health has received state approval to build a new hospital on Union Avenue, advancing a major shift for trauma care.
Local Health News and Alerts
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State Launches Firefighter Health Screenings as Dense Fog Advisory Affects Metro Detroit
Detroit, MI – March 10, 2026 – State health officials are launching new firefighter screenings as dense fog advisories impact metro Detroit travel.
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DC Water Estimates $20M for Potomac Sewer Repairs as River Advisories Lifted
Washington, DC – March 10, 2026 – DC Water says Potomac sewer repairs may cost $20 million as river advisories lift and long-term cleanup begins.
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INTEGRIS Health, UnitedHealthcare Reach Last-Minute Deal to Keep Coverage In-Network
Oklahoma City, OK – March 10, 2026 – INTEGRIS Health and UnitedHealthcare reached a late agreement, preventing thousands of OKC patients from losing in-network access.
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Riordan High TB Investigation Continues as Students Return; SF Advances Sobering Center and Insurance Updates
San Francisco, CA – March 10, 2026 – Riordan High resumes classes amid a TB probe as the city advances a sobering center and Covered California closes enrollment.
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Measles Monitoring Continues in Franklin County as Airport Exposure Window Nears End
Columbus, OH – March 10, 2026 – Health officials continue measles contact tracing in Franklin County as airport exposure monitoring runs through March 11.
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State Health Plan Expands No-Cost Surgery Program With Novant Health Locations in Charlotte
Charlotte, NC – March 10, 2026 – A new State Health Plan partnership with Novant Health expands access to no-cost surgeries for eligible Charlotte-area workers.
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Flu Activity Remains High in Travis County as City Council Reviews Mental Health Care Access
Austin, TX – March 10, 2026 – Flu activity remains high in Travis County with six deaths this season as City Council reviews care for uninsured residents.
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County Issues Rain Advisory for Beaches as UC San Diego Health Expands Outpatient Cancer Care
San Diego, CA – March 10, 2026 – A county rain advisory warns of higher bacteria in coastal waters as UCSD Health opens expanded outpatient cancer services.
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Phoenix Expands Cooling Centers as Measles Activity Continues and VA Upgrades Advance
Phoenix, AZ – March 10, 2026 – Phoenix officials expanded cooling center hours as measles cases remain on CDC’s 2026 list and VA upgrades move ahead.
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Florida Measles Cases Rise; Orlando Hospitals Highlight Heart and Pediatric Care Updates
Orlando, FL – March 10, 2026 – Florida’s measles count continues to climb as Orlando providers spotlight heart failure trends and pediatric patient support efforts.
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Cleveland Clinic Commits $50 Million to Tackle Hunger as Measles Exposure Advisory Affects Ohio Travelers
Cleveland, OH – March 10, 2026 – Cleveland Clinic pledged $50M to fight hunger as a state measles exposure advisory tied to Columbus airport travel remains relevant.
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Illness Reports at Aurora ICE Facility and New Mental Health Hub Mark Key Health Updates
Aurora, CO – March 10, 2026 – Reports of flu and gastrointestinal illness at a federal detention center and a new mental health facility opening are shaping local health concerns.
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Florida Blue and Cleveland Clinic Reach New Agreement; Tampa General Expands Robotic Procedure Capabilities
Tampa, FL – March 10, 2026 – A new Florida Blue–Cleveland Clinic contract protects in-network access as Tampa General adopts advanced endovascular robotics.
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Alameda Health System Pauses Layoffs at Highland as Kaiser Mental Health Talks Continue
Oakland, CA – March 10, 2026 – Alameda Health System paused planned layoffs at Highland Hospital as county leaders review options, and Kaiser Permanente continues Northern Calif…
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Norovirus-Like Outbreaks Rise in Eastern Virginia as Measles Cases Climb Statewide
Virginia Beach, VA – March 10, 2026 – Norovirus-like outbreaks are rising in Eastern Virginia while measles cases increase statewide, though none are reported locally.
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Florida Measles Cases Climb to 124 as Miami-Dade Remains on Affected Counties List
Miami, FL – March 10, 2026 – Florida’s measles total has risen to 124 cases this year, with Miami-Dade among counties reporting infections.
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El Paso County Public Health Begins Card Fees for Lab, Vital Records; State Monitors Measles Cases
Colorado Springs, CO – March 10, 2026 – El Paso County Public Health is adding card fees for lab and vital records services as state officials monitor measles cases.
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North Carolina Measles Count Reaches 24; Wake County Exposure Sites Remain Under Watch
Raleigh, NC – March 10, 2026 – North Carolina reports 24 measles cases since December, with Wake County exposure sites still under monitoring.
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Banner Health Center Expansion in Mesa Adds Exam Rooms and Behavioral Health Services
Mesa, AZ – March 10, 2026 – A Banner Health Center in Mesa has completed a major expansion, adding exam rooms, providers and expanded lab services.
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UC Davis Health Topping-Out Signals Major Bed Expansion as Covered California Reports 205,610 Enrollees in Region
Sacramento, CA – March 10, 2026 – UC Davis Health marked a major hospital construction milestone as Covered California closed enrollment with 205,610 enrollees locally.
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Wildfire Smoke Pushes Las Vegas Air Quality to Unhealthy Levels as New Clinic Opens in West Valley
Las Vegas, NV – March 9, 2026 – Wildfire smoke drove local air quality into the unhealthy range as a new west Las Vegas clinic began seeing patients.
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