Rural Health & Access: Idaho is rolling out expanded SNAP work requirements and is also preparing to distribute about $186M in federal rural health grants, with state leaders urging local contractors to be ready for hospital and clinic upgrades. Maternal Care: TriState Health says its certified nurse-midwives can’t provide labor and delivery at St. Joseph Regional Medical Center in Lewiston until at least August after collaborative physician coverage changed. Premature Birth Milestone: Eastern Idaho Regional Medical Center in Idaho Falls celebrated the first birthday of Logan, a micro-preemie born at 22 weeks who survived after a long NICU stay. Public Health & Safety: A Boise-area air-quality guide warns residents that wildfire smoke can harm lungs even far from flames, with extra risk for kids, older adults, pregnant people, and those with asthma or heart disease. Healthcare Workforce & Systems: Idaho Falls Fire Department named Chase Miller as its new EMS Division Chief. Health Policy & Food Security: Idaho’s SNAP changes could affect groups including veterans, people experiencing homelessness, and families with teens, though officials say they haven’t seen unusual eligibility shifts. Community Health Needs: Southwest Idaho’s top concerns remain behavioral health, housing, and access to care. Medical Innovation: Urologists are expanding into interventional radiology, including new prostate artery embolization openings.