Mental Health Access: Vermont’s CCN-Rutland Mental Health Services is expanding its Open Access model, letting people walk in for same-day assessments—now including child and family services five days a week. Urgent Care Capacity: Qatar’s PHCC is adding 24-hour adult and pediatric urgent care to Al Waab Health Center, bringing adult centers to 16 and pediatric to 11. Obesity Drug Matching: A pilot study suggests a simple fasting blood test measuring GLP-1 and GIP could help predict which obesity meds (like semaglutide or tirzepatide) may work best, though results need larger trials. Food & Safety: Andhra Pradesh authorities are investigating a roadside snack outbreak that sent at least 23 people to hospital with suspected food poisoning. Wellness Trend Watch: Walking is getting a “moment” as people shift from pricey optimization to simple, consistent habits tied to heart and mental health. Public Health & Policy: Northern Ireland launches a first phase obesity management service with £5m, aiming to start in autumn 2026 with medication plus lifestyle support. Workforce Strain: A survey finds nearly half of behavioral health clinicians could take more patients if paperwork were cut, with many losing hours weekly to administration. Substance Abuse Crackdown: Police in Tenerife arrested bar staff after seizing large quantities of nitrous oxide (“laughing gas”) and equipment allegedly used to sell it recreationally. Liver Health Hype: Experts warn that “liver cleanse” supplements often lack proven benefit and some may be harmful, urging diet and exercise instead.