Heat Safety: Nebraska DHHS is urging residents to prevent heat-related illness as high temperatures persist, warning about heat exhaustion and heat stroke signs like dizziness, confusion, and 103°F+ body temperature, and recommending hydration, cool indoor breaks, and checking on vulnerable neighbors. Tickborne Alerts: DHHS also reported detections of Heartland and Bourbon viruses in Nebraska tick surveillance, with no human cases yet, and reminded people to use EPA-registered repellents, wear protective clothing, and avoid tick habitat. Rural Primary Care Push: Bryan Medical Center won a $750,000 federal grant to plan a rural family medicine residency program in Crete, aiming to expand access to primary care and maternal health in underserved areas. Mental Health Training for Providers: The Bridges to Mental Health program is designed to help existing clinicians expand skills and improve care, especially in rural settings where depression and anxiety may be underdiagnosed. Medical Cannabis Upheld: The Nebraska Supreme Court upheld voter-approved medical cannabis laws, rejecting a challenge over petition signatures and keeping the initiatives on track. Patient Experience Snapshot: A new national review ranks Wisconsin highest for hospital patient experience and Florida lowest, using CMS HCAHPS star ratings.