Veterans Health Access: A new Trump executive order aims to speed up veteran benefits and healthcare by overhauling federal data systems and pushing faster record transfers to the VA after discharge. Tobacco Policy Watch: A CDC Foundation study found Alabama’s e-cigarette directory law didn’t deliver lasting drops in flavored vape sales, with sales shifting to products not listed. Medicaid Coverage Dispute: Baldwin County families say special-needs children were denied or dropped from Medicaid waivers after moves and paperwork changes, raising concerns about access to essential care. Cancer & Prevention: Alabama health officials marked National Prostate Cancer Awareness Month with reminders on screening options, while UA’s Tide Against Suicide set a campus week of events to connect students to resources. Kidney Health: A new spotlight story urges earlier kidney testing for Black Alabamians, highlighting eGFR and urine albumin checks to catch disease before symptoms hit. Public Health Alerts: Alabama is also included in measles coverage as cases rise nationwide and vaccination rates among kindergarteners remain vulnerable. Workforce & Training: CVCC received $612,455 in workforce development grants, including funding for practical nursing and medical lab technology upgrades. Local Care Growth: Reliable Medical acquired Freedom in Mobility, expanding complex rehab services across north Alabama and nearby states. Medical Cannabis Update: A new dispensary, Bama Bloom, opened in Alabama’s rollout, offering regulated medical products for eligible patients.