Rural Health Access: Nebraska lawmakers are sounding alarms after a Columbus dialysis unit closed due to staffing, with Rep. Mike Flood saying he’ll meet patients to understand the real-life impact and what led to the shutdown. Public Health & Prevention: Nebraska is rolling out easier lead screening for young kids, with on-site help in Fremont and reminders that lead exposure can be silent but harmful. Youth Care Oversight: DHHS is making system-wide leadership changes across Nebraska Youth Rehabilitation and Treatment Centers, including naming an interim senior administrator as it expands monitoring and compliance steps. Healthcare Accountability: An Omaha hospice owner is responding to a Nebraska AG disciplinary petition tied to alleged nursing and documentation violations at Endless Journey Hospice. Food Safety: Health officials are tracking a growing cyclosporiasis outbreak that has reached Nebraska, with guidance focused on symptoms and prevention. Community Health & Safety: A Sioux County wildfire has prompted a state of emergency as officials activate resources to protect public health and property. Animal Welfare: Nebraska Humane Society seized 79 animals from an Elkhorn home, and court filings detail alleged neglect and unsanitary conditions. Research & Cancer: UNL-linked researchers report gut bacteria metabolites can strengthen cancer-fighting immune responses, pointing to new microbiome-based immunotherapy strategies.