Workforce Boost: Malaysia’s Public Service Department approved 66,312 new non-trade-off Ministry of Health posts (RM6.7B) to expand facilities and strengthen roles for medical officers, dentists, and pharmacists. Patient Safety & Privacy: NHS England launched a nationwide campaign warning staff that “curiosity” access to patient records without legal justification can end careers, including dismissal and possible jail. AI in Care, With Limits: A U.S. poll finds nearly 30% of adults now ask AI about health; clinicians urge using AI only as a starting point, not a substitute for medical care. Women’s Health Tech: Juno Bio opened a women-only sequencing lab in Oakland and raised $3.8M to expand precision vaginal microbiome testing. Public Health Planning: St Kitts and Nevis health officials joined a workshop to shape a 2025–2029 national non-communicable disease plan. Medicines Integrity: The African Medicines Agency partnered with Medicines for Africa to strengthen public communication against substandard and falsified drugs. Climate & Health: Ireland’s cities face rising heat risks, with calls for Heat-Health Action Plans to protect vulnerable groups. Food Safety Recalls: Lidl ice cream recalled in Ireland/Northern Ireland over undeclared cashews; viral toys flagged for serious chemical risk.