Nursing Home Abuse: New Jersey Attorney General Jennifer Davenport said a Cherry Hill certified nurse’s aide, Simone Goldsboro, pleaded guilty to spraying bleach into a paralyzed elderly patient’s face and eyes, with sentencing set for Oct. 30 and a permanent license forfeiture. PFAS Health Risks: A major study presented in Pennsylvania (including New Jersey) links PFAS exposure near military bases to higher blood pressure and cholesterol and lower childhood development, with cancer-cluster links still under study. Public Health Education in Schools: South Park High School in New Jersey launched a Health Science CTE pathway, giving students a multi-year route into medical science coursework. Healthcare Workforce & Access: A report on reducing infusion wait times at VA New Jersey highlights ongoing efforts to speed care for veterans. Food Safety: Walmart shoppers were warned about multiple food recalls, including frozen berries potentially contaminated with E. coli and candy with a choking hazard risk. AI Transparency Law: New Jersey advanced a bill that would require AI companion chatbots to clearly disclose they aren’t human, aiming to protect teens and seniors. Community & Security: The New Jersey Jewish Business Alliance hosted a High Holidays law enforcement briefing focused on synagogue safety and interagency coordination.