Hypertension & lifestyle: A new study from Morocco links higher daily physical activity with far lower odds of uncontrolled blood pressure among people already on treatment, reinforcing “move more” as a practical add-on to meds. Nutrition for prevention: Research highlights blueberries’ potential to improve blood vessel function and lower systolic blood pressure, adding to the growing case for diet as a cardiovascular tool. Access & continuity of care: In the Philippines, courts heard that moving former House Speaker Martin Romualdez could be a “big risk,” with doctors citing the need for ongoing monitoring and continuity. Public health under strain: Gaza’s major hospitals are warning that fuel, engine-oil and spare-part shortages are forcing rotating power cuts and threatening generator reliability. Mental health scaling: Karnataka (India) is expanding Project USHAS to 37 government hospitals, aiming to provide structured psychosocial care after self-harm and suicide attempts. Healthcare affordability debate (India): Max Healthcare’s Abhay Soi argues India should focus on expanding supply and capacity—not just cutting prices—to close the affordability gap. Workforce & labor: Doctors at Allina Unity and Mercy Hospitals in the US are preparing for a strike over union contract demands, including paid sick days and patient-care protections. Drug regulation & supply: Trinidad and Tobago’s prime minister says medication approval delays are holding up cheaper drugs for up to a year, calling for an overhaul of the system. Cancer prevention milestone (India): India reports crossing 80 lakh HPV vaccinations, while the Supreme Court declined a PIL challenging the national campaign. Hospital governance & safety: Pakistan’s Lahore High Court barred Punjab medical colleges from expelling Afghan students, and Iloilo (Philippines) lawmakers pushed for clearer emergency response rules when accident victims are found outside ERs. Healthcare investment & expansion: Novo Holdings backs China’s ForYou Medical to expand advanced wound-care manufacturing, while Marengo Asia Hospitals raised $40m to grow its hospital platform across India. System risks & accountability: A Pennsylvania home-care owner was sentenced for Medicaid fraud and endangering care-dependent residents, ordered to repay more than $1.8m.