Medicaid & Elections: Iowa Democrats are leaning hard on health care as a midterm issue, spotlighting Medicaid cuts and the risk of losing coverage, while opponents argue the program needs work requirements and cite waste concerns. Maternal Health Policy: Wisconsin begins a new law extending postpartum Medicaid coverage from 60 days to a full year, aiming to reduce gaps in care after pregnancy. Alzheimer’s Care Access: FDA approved a weekly at-home injection version of Leqembi (Leqembi IQLIK), shifting early anti-amyloid treatment from infusion centers to self-administration. Public Health—STIs: Alaska reported a sharp rise in congenital syphilis cases among newborns in 2025, warning that late prenatal treatment drives preventable harm. Regulation Watch (Peptides): FDA’s advisory committee meets July 23–24 to review whether seven peptides can be added to a bulk drug list for compounding, a major moment for patient access and safety rules. Care Barriers—Prior Auth: A year after a Trump-backed insurer pledge to reduce prior authorization barriers, some insurers say they won’t fully implement promised changes, leaving patients and clinicians unconvinced. Wildfire Smoke: Health experts issued guidance as smoke alerts affect more than 100 million Americans, urging steps to reduce health risks. Clinical Research: Kolon’s cell-based gene therapy for knee osteoarthritis missed key phase 3 endpoints, with another late-stage readout expected in October. Data & Execution: A new study finds 70% of U.S. workers can’t access data tied to their company’s strategy—fueling alignment problems that can derail execution. Travel Safety: The State Department issued a worldwide caution for Americans abroad amid heightened Middle East tensions and possible flight disruptions.