Wildfire Smoke Health Alert (Boise/Idaho): Boise air hit “very unhealthy” levels as wildfire smoke from the Pacific Northwest pushed PM2.5 into the region, with guidance to stay indoors, limit exertion, and keep homes sealed. Food Safety Watch: Cyclospora fears are rising nationally after recent outbreaks, and Idaho residents also got multiple recall reminders this week, including Amy’s Organic Lentil Soup (sold in Idaho) due to spoilage risk and a separate bacon recall distributed to Idaho retailers. Public Health Update (Measles): U.S. measles cases reached a 35-year high, underscoring how quickly vaccine-preventable disease can surge when coverage slips. Access to Care (Elmore County): Valley Regional Transit expanded its Rides2Wellness program, offering free rides to approved medical appointments for people who can’t easily travel. Mental Health Spotlight (Jordan Devey): The death of former NFL and Super Bowl champion Jordan Devey at 38 by suicide is renewing attention on mental health care and support. Healthcare System Data Privacy: A federal agency is pressing hospitals to share emergency-room medical records with a contractor, raising alarms about patient privacy. Local Safety (Bear Attack): A jogger was injured in a bear attack near Henrys Lake State Park; trails were closed for a week while officials investigate. Ballot Measures (Idaho-relevant national trend): Five 2026 ballot measures are set to address sex-based school sports eligibility and bans on certain medical procedures for transgender minors.