Endometriosis Care Upgrade (NZ): New Zealand will let GPs diagnose endometriosis from symptoms, family history and exam—cutting the usual 8–12 year wait and enabling treatment in primary care, with surgery reserved for those who need it. Iron Deficiency Treatment Trend (Australia): A study finds intravenous iron use among women 18–44 jumped from 0.3 per 100 (2013) to 5.0 per 100 (2024)—about 1 in 20—raising questions about decision-making and access. Cancer Tech Convergence: A lung cancer review highlights how combining scans, molecular profiles, blood tests, pathology slides and health records could reshape diagnosis and treatment planning. TB Prevention Works (HIV): Real-world data across six countries shows TB preventive treatment lowers TB disease and death risk, especially when started soon after HIV care begins. Severe Mental Illness Risks (Spain): Large health-record research links severe mental illness to higher dementia risk at every age studied and elevated stroke risk earlier in adulthood. Public Health Integrity (Nigeria): Nigeria’s health ministry launches a joint anti-corruption task team with ICPC to stop resource diversion and protect patient care. Dengue Surveillance Push (Pakistan): Lahore orders intensified dengue monitoring through August and September, focusing on breeding-site inspections and enforcement.