Patient Empowerment in the Territory: The Virgin Islands State Nurses Association (VISNA) launched a new Patient Empowerment series in Charlotte Amalie, urging residents to understand their rights, ask questions, know their medications, and speak up when something feels wrong—positioning empowered patients as informed partners in better outcomes. Medicaid HCBS for Older Adults: A primer highlighted how Home and Community-Based Services can help seniors stay at home, while also pointing to major barriers tied to income, disability, and discrimination. SNAP Updates and Fees Pressure: Food bank leaders pushed for more time to reduce SNAP payment error rates before new fees take effect, warning that states with higher error levels could face higher costs. TRICARE Pharmacy Options: A guide broke down how TRICARE beneficiaries can fill prescriptions through military pharmacies and other program options, emphasizing flexibility for patients. Cruise Health & Safety Watch: A Royal Caribbean guest filed a maritime injury lawsuit after an alleged scuba equipment failure during a St. Thomas dive, raising concerns about excursion safety. Wellness Travel Spotlight: Norwegian Cruise Line unveiled Norwegian Aura’s expanded wellness and dining, including a large Thermal Suite and new Indian specialty restaurant, plus an immersive complimentary dining concept.