Federal Health Privacy Fight: HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. is seeking access to Americans’ identifiable medical records through state data systems, aiming to study a disputed link between vaccines and autism—prompting pushback from public health leaders over legality and usefulness. Senior Health in Indiana: A new America’s Health Rankings Senior Report finds Indiana ranks 35th for older-adult health, with weak spots tied to obesity, physical inactivity, smoking, and early deaths—while noting strengths like fruit/vegetable intake and access to dedicated care. Infant Mortality Watch: Indiana’s infant mortality rate hit a record low in 2024, but reporting also raises questions about persistent gaps, including in Allen County and among Black infants. Blood Supply Pressure: Summer travel is driving a critical blood shortage, with Indiana officials urging donations—especially key blood types for trauma care. Community Mental Health: Elkhart is hosting a free “Mental Health Breakfast” focused on men’s mental health and reducing stigma around crying. Healthcare Workforce & Education: Marian University broke ground on a $72M Center for Human Flourishing aimed at boosting healthcare education, research, and workforce pipelines. Policy & Nutrition: The House passed a bill that would cut WIC fruit-and-vegetable funding for pregnant women and children, a move advocates say could hit public health nutrition access.