PFAS Health Policy: A federal judge blocked New Mexico’s PFAS “forever chemicals” product labeling rule, saying the state didn’t show the labels would rationally protect health and that the policy looked like a disguised warning. Rural Hospital Access: Democratic gubernatorial nominee Deb Haaland toured Presbyterian Española Hospital, highlighting rural addiction care and warning that Medicaid cuts could shrink services and access. Water & Health Risk: The U.S. and Mexico agreed on Minute 334 to reduce Colorado River deliveries through 2028 amid drought, with salinity pilots and possible proportional increases if Lake Mead improves. Community Health & Housing: Albuquerque residents at Mont 44 Apartments protested sewage backups, bug infestations, and health code violations after a city inspection found multiple problems. Public Health & Safety: Three men were federally charged in Nageezi for an alleged assault with dangerous weapons that left a victim with life-threatening injuries. Substance Use & Cancer: Alcohol-attributable cancer mortality rose over decades even as overall cancer deaths declined, underscoring ongoing prevention and screening needs. Tech & Consumer Protection: A New Mexico jury found Meta’s Facebook misled users about data practices, with major financial exposure tied to the verdict. Mental Health Research: New research suggests children’s attention to sad faces may relate to depression risk, with patterns differing by family history.