EU Health Policy: European health leaders meet at RCSI to push a more consistent, cross-border approach to sepsis recognition and care, aiming to reduce preventable deaths and drive EU momentum into 2027. Public Health Crisis: WHO reports the Ebola outbreak in DR Congo is spreading faster than past outbreaks, with cases rising across more health zones and no licensed vaccine for routine prevention of this virus type. Work & Disability Support: In England and Wales, the number of people entitled to the main disability benefit (PIP) hits a record high, underscoring pressure on long-term health and support systems. Pharma & Vaccines: GSK plans to shut its German vaccine manufacturing site, affecting about 650 jobs, as it consolidates production. Cardio Innovation: Abbott says its Volt pulsed field ablation system has been used in Canada for atrial fibrillation, highlighting a push toward more targeted, minimally invasive procedures. Nutrition & Metabolism: A new evidence-focused look at lentils highlights their protein and fibre profile and links legume intake with better blood sugar, heart health and weight outcomes. Tourism & Health: Amsterdam’s tourist tax is set to rise sharply by 2031, adding to the wider debate on how travel costs and crowding affect local wellbeing. AI & Medical Data: China issues a binding standard for handling brainwave data in AI brain-computer interface devices, raising major questions about who can access sensitive neural information.