Wildfire Health Response: CMS says it’s adding resources and waivers for Washington residents hit by the Spokane-area Fairview, Autumn Lane and Old Trails fires, including help replacing damaged Medicare medical equipment and support for providers to keep care going. Gender Care Scrutiny: A new HHS report alleges hospitals used questionable billing tied to “puberty blocker” claims for minors, and says providers may be referred to federal investigators. Local Care Expansion: Seattle Children’s plans to expand its Federal Way clinic with a new outpatient surgery center, aiming to bring more specialized services closer to families. Child Abuse Telehealth: Montana is launching a telehealth network to speed expert guidance for suspected child abuse cases, reducing the need to send clinicians hundreds of miles away. Air Quality Watch: Spokane smoke is easing, but health risks from the Spokane Complex fires could linger for months, with local health and clean-air officials urging ongoing caution. Fitness Tech: A new head-to-head review compares screen-free Fitbit Air vs Garmin Cirqa for sleep and workouts, with practical takeaways for Washington shoppers. Community Health & Safety: A Seattle judge dismissed murder charges in an axe-attack case after finding the defendant incompetent, with likely commitment to a state hospital while prosecutors reassess. Nutrition Culture: A report looks at how “Mediterranean diet” trends spread on TikTok—often with results that may come from lifestyle changes beyond food.