Food Safety Alerts: Lidl US expanded its recall of Eridanous shortbread cookies because foreign-language packaging left undeclared wheat, soy, milk, egg and coconut allergens—an urgent heads-up for anyone with food allergies. Public Health Research: The VA Portland Health Care System joined a nationwide trial testing semaglutide (a GLP-1 diabetes drug) for alcohol use disorder, enrolling hundreds of veterans for weekly injections over 24 weeks. Local Health System Updates: SGMC Health in Valdosta highlighted continued specialty growth to serve more patients locally and earned a 2026 Leapfrog Full Transparency Badge for publicly reporting patient safety and quality data. Medical Access in Detention: A detained Russian woman in Georgia says her health has worsened without adequate treatment, citing hypertension and pre-stroke concerns amid alleged detention conditions that limit medical care. Healthcare Policy/Industry: Georgia’s Health Ministry met Roche to discuss cooperation, including Elevidis for Duchenne muscular dystrophy. Community & Wellness Infrastructure: Adjara’s government reviewed tourism-focused infrastructure plans, including cycling routes and upgrades around Goderdze and the Khulo Alpine Botanical Garden.