Hypertension & movement: A new study of 612 adults on blood pressure meds found most still had uncontrolled readings, but higher physical activity was linked to much lower odds of poor control—supporting simple daily aerobic movement like walking, cycling, or swimming. Ebola watch (DR Congo): Africa’s top health body says Congo’s Ebola outbreak is accelerating beyond its epicenter, with rising cases in North Kivu and Haut-Uele and limited vaccine approvals. Disaster health in Nepal: After floods and landslides, health services are badly disrupted, raising fears of infectious disease spread and long-term trauma alongside urgent injury care. Public health at the beach: Istanbul temporarily closed three public swimming areas after water samples failed health standards, with testing and real-time updates for dozens of beaches. Antibiotic overuse (New Zealand): Reporting highlights heavy antibiotic use in children and pregnant women, with experts warning antibiotics don’t treat viruses and urging more targeted prescribing. Wellness trend check: Experts push back on “lymphatic workouts” hype, saying exercise can help overall health but there’s no solid proof that specific social-media routines “drain” lymph better than other activity. Healthcare access (Eswatini): A new clinic in Nyonyane was opened after surpassing access targets by bringing care within five kilometres. Medication approvals (Trinidad & Tobago): The prime minister says outdated medicine approval rules are delaying cheaper drugs for up to a year, calling for an overhaul.