Water Safety Alerts: Tangipahoa Water District issued a limited boil water advisory for parts of Hammond near the airport after a leak on a 6-inch main, urging residents to disinfect water before drinking, brushing, or cooking. Public Health & Environment: Louisiana health officials are also warning about harmful water conditions tied to Henderson Lake and other waterways, as blue-green algae and related risks resurface with hot weather. Childhood Health: Pennington Biomedical Research Center announced the date for its 2026 Childhood Obesity Conference (Sept. 24), bringing together clinicians and community leaders to focus on prevention and treatment strategies. Maternal Costs: Louisiana is ranked among the lowest-cost states for childbirth in 2026, with reported in-network averages far below out-of-network prices. Hospital Expansion: Rise Community Hospital in Prairieville broke ground on a $5 million expansion adding 10 beds and expanding 24/7 multidisciplinary substance-use detox services. Cancer Care Access: LCMC Health is expanding cancer services with a new bone marrow transplant clinic and more clinical trials. Community Health Funding: CHRISTUS Health awarded $300,000 to five East Texas nonprofits to expand access to food, healthcare, and housing supports. Health Policy Watch: New Orleans City Planning Commission delayed a vote on data center regulations after residents argued they weren’t given enough input—an issue that can affect local infrastructure and community health concerns.