Legionnaires’ Disease in the Virgin Islands: A new federal report links two St. Croix hotel outbreaks to Legionella found in guest room water systems, including cold lines that can warm in tropical heat—reminding travelers to tell clinicians where they stayed if they develop pneumonia. Kidney Health Advocacy: The American Kidney Fund honored retiring lawmakers and kidney advocate Alonzo Mourning, spotlighting chronic kidney disease, APOL1-mediated kidney disease, and disparities affecting Black communities. RSV Prevention Update: WHO prequalified a multi-dose vial version of the maternal RSV vaccine RSVpreF, a step that could help expand newborn protection in lower-income countries. Dengue Risk Rising: Dengue (“breakbone fever”) continues spreading as Aedes mosquitoes expand into new areas, with Florida seeing documented cases and health officials urging faster recognition of symptoms. Air Quality Alert: Pakistan topped IQAir’s 2025 pollution ranking for PM2.5, underscoring how fine particles can deeply affect respiratory health. Mental Health Media: PBS’s “Healthy Minds” returns for season 11, tackling topics like screen addiction, autism, cannabis use, obesity, and school mental health. Community Health Workforce: A nursing sorority chapter marked its 10th anniversary and awarded a scholarship to a local nursing student. Health & Safety Policy: A report calls for more transparency in homeowners insurance data—an “information crisis” that can affect health through housing stability. Daylight Saving Time: Clocks “fall back” Nov. 1, 2026—an extra hour of sleep, but earlier darkness that can affect routines and safety.