Cancer Care & Drug Approval: The FDA expanded Jaypirca (pirtobrutinib) to frontline treatment for select adults with previously untreated CLL/SLL, based on BRUIN CLL-313 results showing major progression-free survival benefits. Public Health Access: A new KFF analysis finds Medicare Advantage plan choices shrinking for 2027, with Ohio losing eight plans for the typical enrollee—raising stakes for people managing chronic conditions. Health in Corrections: The U.S. Supreme Court rejected Arizona’s bid to block a court-ordered receiver takeover of prison healthcare, keeping oversight in place for inmates’ physical and mental care. Ohio Community Health Events: Marshall Health Network announced October screening and breast cancer awareness activities, including wellness blood profiles, vascular screenings, and low-dose coronary calcium CT scans. Mental Health & Justice: Mahoning County added Rachel Wagner as a justice system behavioral health navigator to connect people with mental health needs to care across the legal system. Affordability Focus: Ohio credit unions highlighted ways they’re helping residents manage rising costs, including strategies for credit card debt and medicine affordability. Safety & Care Delivery: Franklin County’s correctional center completed its annual inspection with no deficiencies noted, including health care delivery protocols. Local Wellness & Prevention: Solon and Rooted in Trees planted about 1,100 native trees and shrubs to strengthen the local ecosystem and stormwater management.