Hospital Safety & Recalls: Two separate recalls of IV saline products in recent days cite contamination concerns, including fiberglass particles and iron oxide, with affected lots distributed to multiple states including New Jersey—an urgent reminder for patients and providers to check FDA notices. Health Costs in NJ: New Jersey state and local government workers are facing a 17% health premium increase for 2027, even as an agreement waives some contribution increases; the change comes as the State Health Benefits Program wrestles with rising costs. Workforce & Care Access: A new Rutgers report finds New Jersey’s union membership is holding steady and even growing in some sectors heading into Labor Day, a backdrop for ongoing debates about health benefits and workplace protections. Legal Fight Over Care for Trans Youth: Twenty-one states including New Jersey are suing the Trump administration over a rule that would block federal Medicaid funding for gender-affirming care for youth, arguing it exceeds federal authority. Fraud in NJ Clinics: An Essex County clinic owner pleaded guilty to illegally performing OB/GYN services without a medical license and submitting insurance claims using doctors’ names without consent. Public Health Watch: COVID-19 infections are rising in most states, with CDC tracking showing widespread “growing” activity heading into fall. Community Health & Wellness: A Hackensack Meridian Freehold wellness center opened, expanding local access to preventive and outpatient services. Food Allergy Alert: Halloween Chocolatey Eyeballs sold at TJ Maxx and Marshalls were recalled in 13 states due to undeclared milk allergen.