Measles Watch in Montana: Fergus County confirmed a measles case and flagged possible exposures at the Amtrak station in Malta (Sept. 24) and Evergreen Wood Products in Moore (Sept. 25), as health officials warn declining vaccination rates can leave communities vulnerable. Hib Death Reminder: Montana DPHHS reported a child died in September from invasive Haemophilus influenzae type b (Hib) and said the child was not vaccinated; officials urged parents to keep kids up to date, including Hib. Child Care Boost in Missoula: Montana launched “Montana’s Treasures,” a new child care recognition system replacing Stars to Quality, to help families spot quality and support scholarship-eligible providers. Medicaid Fraud Fallout: A judge ordered a former Bozeman mental health provider to repay more than $2.3 million after Medicaid was billed for sessions by unauthorized staff. Suicide Prevention Training: The American Legion’s “Buddy Checks” program trained Montana veterans to make life-saving calls and spot warning signs. Rural EMS Funding: South Dakota received $7.2 million for ambulance telemedicine and EMS upgrades—an example of how rural systems are trying to close distance-to-care gaps. Forensic Mental Health Facility Fight: Montana wants to restart a Laurel mental health facility after a court-ordered pause tied to a revised environmental assessment.