Federal Health Policy: HHS has referred hospitals, physician groups, pharmacies, and pharmacy benefit managers to federal investigators over insurance claims tied to gender-related care for minors, citing “potentially anomalous billing patterns,” as the administration moves to stop federal funding for transition procedures under 18. Connecticut Public Health & Safety: East Windsor is back in the spotlight after a 1-year-old died in a hot-car incident; the case renews calls for prevention tools like rear-seat alarms. STEM & Environment in CT: Volunteers and Windham Water Works are clearing invasive water chestnuts at Mansfield Hollow, backed by a DEEP aquatic invasive species grant. CT Research & Equity: Yale researchers report that conflicts between genetic “discovering” and insurance “covering” can block access to precision medicine for people at hereditary cancer risk. Health Tech in Hospitals: Hospitals in at least 24 states are using “I Gave Birth” postpartum wristbands to flag emergency risks after delivery. Cybersecurity for Utilities: Connecticut officials say they’ve shared warnings after cyberattacks hit water systems elsewhere, though no CT incidents are reported. Privacy & Surveillance: Connecticut lawmakers in the AI caucus are calling for a pause on further Flock license-plate camera installations amid misuse and privacy concerns. Food Safety: Walmart recalled Marketside Tomato Bisque Soup Kits in nearly 30 states after potential Listeria contamination was found. Opioid Treatment Access: CT’s first state-funded methadone vans are expanding access by reducing travel burdens for people seeking treatment.