Cyclospora/Cyclosporiasis Watch: A fast-moving “explosive diarrhea” parasite outbreak is spreading across the U.S., with Michigan reporting 1,562 cases and 44 hospitalizations and North Carolina listed among affected states (110 cases reported in one update). Food Safety Recall: Publix GreenWise frozen organic blueberries recalled in 8 states, including North Carolina, after E. coli O145 illness cases linked to the product. Heat & Health Alerts: Meteorologists warn of an unusually large, strong, long-lasting heat dome bringing dangerous temperatures and hotter nights—raising risks for heat illness and wildfire conditions. Local Emergency Response: A Brunswick County wildfire near Shallotte/Ocean Isle Beach grew to about 300 acres, prompting evacuations/road impacts and multi-agency firefighting. Wellness & Fitness Myths: Experts explain why cortisol isn’t automatically “bad” after intense workouts, and a CKM syndrome explainer notes most adults haven’t heard of the cardiovascular-kidney-metabolic risk overlap. Community Support: The Louise Oriole Burevitch Endowment is accepting eastern NC grant applications through Aug. 5 for education, health, and human services.