Workforce Focus: UW-Oshkosh hosted a Healthcare Forward Symposium on Aug. 5, bringing Wisconsin health leaders together to tackle staffing shortages through recruitment, retention, training, and rural-focused solutions. Public Health Planning: Wisconsin DHS released its 2027–2031 Integrated HIV Prevention and Care Plan, outlining goals and 12 objectives to reduce HIV disparities and improve prevention and care statewide. Measles Watch: Two new measles cases were confirmed in Wisconsin after Iowa and Lafayette County reports, with health officials urging people to check vaccination status as investigations continue. Food Safety Oversight: FDA inspection data for Q2 2026 shows the most inspections in Wisconsin fell under food and cosmetics categories, with Schuster Products LLC receiving the most citations. Tech in Care, Caution Needed: Consumer Reports warns that AI chatbots can sound confident while giving inaccurate health answers, and notes privacy concerns. Local Policy & Access: Wisconsin lawmakers advanced bills affecting minors’ health record access, patient-representative consent for nursing facility admissions, and levy limits for regional emergency medical services. Digital Access Support: United Way of Wisconsin is launching a no-cost, long-term laptop and navigation support program for eligible residents facing digital barriers. Privacy & Surveillance Debate: Coverage highlights ongoing community concern and police defense of Flock automated license plate readers in Barron and Chetek.