Medicaid Budget Crunch: Colorado’s Medicaid program is projected to overspend by $158 million last year and could add $443 million more this year, with a forecast that may reach $1.3B–$1.5B—driven by long-term care, behavioral health, and rising drug costs. Emergency Care Delays: CBS Colorado reports Denver Health ambulances missed the city’s 9-minute response goal in thousands of calls, including 202 cases with waits over 20 minutes, raising concerns about access to emergency medical resources. Cancer Research & Funding: A new AACR Cancer Progress Report highlights recent treatment advances and warns that proposed federal rules could politicize cancer research grant decisions. Youth Sports Access: Colorado’s Youth Sports Giving Day hit a record $7.2M, supported by thousands of donors and matching funds, to expand programs for kids statewide. Community Health Policy: Castle Rock advanced an ordinance to prohibit retail sale of kratom, despite resident pushback. Public Health Watch: Arizona’s measles surge reached 27 cases in Maricopa County, with officials urging vaccination and tracking exposures. Outdoor Health Trend: A CNN report points to growing Gen Z interest in hiking—mixing nature education with safety tips like proper packing and bear-encounter guidance.