Senate Health Update: Mitch McConnell finally broke weeks of silence, saying a fall led to his hospitalization and that doctors ruled out major issues like broken bones, concussion, stroke, and heart attack—though he also dealt with mild pneumonia. Public Health Alerts: West Nile virus is showing up earlier than usual, with mosquitoes carrying it detected in at least 23 states and confirmed cases already at 48 by June 30—experts urge EPA-registered repellents and removing standing water. Climate & Health Risk: A dangerous heat dome is expanding across the U.S., with more than 90 million Americans facing temperatures above 100°F and humidity raising heat illness risk. Infectious Disease Outbreaks: Measles cases are outpacing 2025, with 2,231 confirmed as of July 9; South Carolina leads with 670. Healthcare Workforce & Policy: Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand urged DHS to reinstate Haiti’s TPS after a Supreme Court decision allows termination, warning of knock-on effects for employers, including hospitals and emergency services. Care Access Tech: AI-guided handheld cardiac ultrasound studies report students can capture diagnostic-quality images quickly, potentially expanding access beyond specialty settings. Clinical Trials Access: Massive Bio partnered with Sequence Me Now to connect cancer patients’ genomic profiles to clinical trial matching. Data & Power Pressure: Advocacy group Honor the Earth says big tech is mapping dozens of data center projects near Native lands, raising concerns about water and electricity strain on tribal communities.