Health Costs: Florida residents should brace for bigger health insurance premium hikes in 2027, with one national forecast projecting a 14% median increase and many insurers seeking mid-teen jumps, driven by rising prescription costs (including GLP-1s) and higher mental health/substance abuse spending. Public Health Watch: Florida’s Vibrio vulnificus cases are up, with 22 infections and four deaths reported so far in 2026, tied to brackish water exposure and raw seafood. Water Safety: Riviera Beach lifted a “no-swim” advisory at Phil Foster Park after enterococcus levels fell back to acceptable ranges. Caregiving & Workforce: Nearly 2,000 mental health professionals gathered in Orlando to spotlight frontline behavioral health workers and discuss what’s next for the state’s care system. Housing & Health Risks: A federal judge let military families at MacDill Air Force Base combine mold-related claims into a larger lawsuit against the privatized housing contractor, alleging fraud and health problems. Food Safety: The FDA announced a recall of multiple Tex-Mex items, including diced jalapeños and pico de gallo sauces, after concerns about possible Salmonella contamination. Community Wellness: Seminole Hard Rock Tampa kicked off Hispanic Heritage Month with a $100,000 donation split among 10 local nonprofits supporting Central Florida’s Hispanic community.