Public Health Policy: A new national report warns that post-COVID backlash has weakened outbreak powers in many states and cities, leaving communities less able to respond to emergencies. Infectious Disease Watch: USDA confirmed a New World screwworm case in Texas, with officials stressing it’s not a threat to the food supply and noting Oklahoma has no confirmed cases yet. Animal Health & Preparedness: Oklahoma-linked updates highlight USDA and industry steps to detect and control the parasite, including treatment guidance for livestock and veterinary stockpile coordination. Blood Clot Care: Saint Francis Hospital in Tulsa was named Oklahoma’s first Venous Thromboembolism Center of Excellence by the National Blood Clot Alliance, recognizing prevention and long-term VTE management programs. Home-Based Care Expansion: Ascension finalized its purchase of AMSURG, continuing a fast-moving shift toward outpatient surgery and raising competition questions addressed by FTC-required divestitures. Mental Health & Suicide Risk: A wrongful death lawsuit targets the private contractor running Tulsa Municipal Jail after a man with mental illness died by suicide, alleging failures in monitoring and training. Community Nutrition: Green Country school districts are running free summer meal programs to keep kids fed while school is out. Opioid Safety Alert: Health officials warn about cychlorphine, a synthetic opioid reported as far stronger than fentanyl and tied to rising overdose deaths in multiple states.