Cyclospora Update for Illinois: A Chicago-area man hospitalized with “explosive diarrhea” says the Taco Bell item he ate is what triggered his cyclosporiasis, as Illinois and other states track rising cases and officials keep urging food-safety caution. Food Safety & Recalls: The FDA says a lettuce sample tied to Taylor Farms was a false positive, even as the company continues expanding a broader iceberg lettuce recall tied to the multistate outbreak. Wildfire Smoke Health Watch: Hazardous Canadian wildfire smoke is again impacting the Midwest, with air-quality alerts and event cancellations in the region, while Trump pressures Canada over “poisoned air,” raising fresh concerns for Illinois residents with sensitive lungs. Senior Housing in Galesburg: A 60-unit affordable senior housing project for ages 55+ moves forward after receiving Low-Income Housing Tax Credits, with the site planned next to Graham Health System to support aging in place. Illinois Health Education: The Chicago School announced the opening of IllinoisCOM, a new osteopathic medical school focused on integrating mental and physical health in training. Public Health in Primary Care: A new look at scoliosis screening argues for quick checks during well-child visits to catch curves early—before they progress. Ethics & Accountability in Springfield: Gov. JB Pritzker urged Illinois ethics officials to release an inspector general report tied to former Rep. Harry Benton’s harassment allegations amid scrutiny of how the Welch office handled the situation.