Measles Watch in Arizona: Johns Hopkins data puts Arizona among the states with the highest measles counts, with Maricopa County reporting 25 cases and listing multiple recent exposure spots (including Chandler restaurants and Phoenix’s Chase Field), while officials urge families to check vaccination status before back-to-school. Food Safety & Outbreak Anxiety: Salad and Go rolled out a new “Menu 2.Go” after customer feedback, but the timing lands amid ongoing cyclospora concerns and investigations tied to leafy greens. Public Health Risk Alert: Arizona confirmed a first case of a deadlier mpox strain (Clade I), with officials saying the public risk is low while monitoring travel-related spread. Health Policy Legacy: Carl Kunasek, a key figure in Arizona’s Medicaid program, died at 94, spotlighting the state’s long-running health coverage roots. Community Wellness: Phoenix’s cooling centers saw record senior visits as heat intensifies, underscoring the need for hydration and safe indoor plans. Environmental Health: EPA approved SRP to keep dumping toxic coal ash into an unlined pond, raising concerns about groundwater contamination and long-term health impacts. Local Economy & Well-Being: Arizona job growth outpaced the nation in June even as unemployment rose, a reminder that financial stress can ripple into health.