Wildfire Smoke & Health: Canadian wildfire smoke is driving hazardous air across the U.S., with doctors warning it can quickly worsen asthma, strain heart and lung health, and raise risks for pregnancy outcomes and long-term disease. Legionnaires’ Disease: New York City reported its first death in a growing Legionnaires’ outbreak concentrated on Manhattan’s Upper East Side, as officials work to identify the source. Air Quality in Cities: Detroit’s AQI improved after extreme smoke levels, but parts of Michigan still show unhealthy readings for sensitive groups. Public Health Guidance: Health experts urged practical steps to limit exposure during smoke events, including staying indoors and using proper protection outdoors. Medicaid Spending Snapshot: Louisiana’s Lafayette area reported $296,877 in 2024 Medicaid claims for orthotic procedures and services, up 3.7% from 2023. Policy & Care for Youth: HHS denied it is abandoning a proposed rule that would restrict Medicaid/Medicare funding for hospitals providing transgender surgery to minors. Foodborne Outbreak Watch: CDC-linked reporting continues to focus on Cyclospora risk from contaminated produce, with guidance centered on safe handling and cooking. Animal Health & Disease Control: The U.S. and Mexico opened a sterile-fly facility to fight New World screwworm, while states tightened animal entry rules after detections.