Digital Health Spending: A Peterson Health Technology Institute survey found most providers, payers and employers plan to keep or grow digital health budgets, but “member engagement” is the top driver—and low enrollment is a major sticking point. Food Safety Recall: Hawaii’s DOH warned consumers about Sierra Nevada Cheese Company’s recall of raw milk Graziers Monterey Jack, Jalapeno Jack, Medium Cheddar and Sharp Cheddar due to possible E. coli O26:H11 contamination. Biopharma Dealmaking: Novartis struck a deal with Abogen Biosciences worth up to $7.8B for access to an mRNA-encoded T cell engager option, underscoring continued big-money bets on immune therapies. Rural Care Capacity: East Georgia Regional Medical Center announced a $16M Emergency Department expansion and renovation, aiming to add space while keeping the ED open through construction. Hospital Ownership Shakeup: Minden Medical Center in Louisiana is being put up for sale as owner Allegiance Health Management divests its hospitals. AI in Care Delivery: Research highlights the risks when patients arrive after using AI chatbots for health advice—clinicians are urged to correct misinformation without dismissing patients’ efforts. Longevity Tech Buildout: APLMS and VSee plan an Asia-Pacific “Healthy Longevity Digital Super-Highway” linking clinicians, data and AI tools across the region. Public Health & Policy: South Africa’s R&D funding mix is shifting away from business support, with a ministerial working group warning incentives aren’t driving enough private innovation.