Public Health Leadership: The Senate Health committee advanced Dr. Erica Schwartz’s nomination to lead the CDC, setting up a floor vote after tense questions about whether she’d resist political pressure on vaccine policy. Infectious Disease Watch: A nationwide cyclosporiasis outbreak continues to spread, with Mississippi reporting rising cases and officials urging thorough washing of produce, even if pre-washed. Food Safety System Stress: Outbreaks tied to food and vaccine resistance are testing the public health system as funding tightens, with measles and other threats adding pressure. Medicaid Enforcement: Federal moves to scrutinize Medicaid Fraud Control Units and review high-risk claims signal tougher enforcement ahead for providers. Drug Supply/Regulatory: Lupin launched FDA-approved sugammadex injection in the U.S., expanding options for reversing neuromuscular blockade. Diabetes Risk Screening: A Denmark-developed at-home test (MEDWACS) aims to flag prediabetes or undiagnosed type 2 diabetes using simple measurements and questions. Mental Health Access: Crisis Text Line and Face the Fight expanded a free, 24/7 mental health resource guide for veterans and military families. Health Equity & Outcomes: A new analysis estimates depression could cost the U.S. more than $4T from 2025 to 2050, underscoring the economic stakes of mental health care.