Insurance Costs: U.S. employer health premiums rose 5% to an average $28,303 for family coverage, while workers’ contributions climbed 9% to $7,471, adding pressure as affordability becomes a major election concern. Mental Health Access: Australia’s Medicare Mental Health Centres have provided more than 130,000 free, walk-in appointments in Queensland and 570,000 nationwide; the government is funding 32 more centres nationally. Health Misinformation: A survey of Australian GPs found 44% now see misinformation as a challenge, up from 35% last year, with doctors warning that AI-generated advice can delay care and undermine trust. Public Health Care: Canada’s medical association says Alberta voters’ rejection of a proposal to let provinces opt out of federal programs without losing funding reinforces support for national health-care protections. Safer Complementary Care: Qatar University is training health professionals to discuss traditional and complementary therapies, including potential herb–drug interactions, with patients.