Record-High Temperatures in Needles, California

Needles, California, broke the record for the hottest monthly average temperature in the country, reaching 103.2 degrees in July. The town has adapted to the extreme heat by holding events early in the morning and investing in infrastructure improvements.

HIV Transmission through 'Vampire Facial' Procedures

Three women in New Mexico contracted HIV after receiving 'vampire facial' procedures at an unlicensed medical spa due to the reuse of disposable equipment; first documented cases of HIV transmission through a cosmetic procedure using needles.