Heat & public health: WHO/Europe says nearly 10,000 excess deaths are linked to this summer’s extreme heat across five countries, urging earlier warnings, more shade and water, and stronger support for vulnerable people. Preventive care policy: Wales’ Senedd backed an £8m obesity strategy via Public Health Wales, treating obesity as a chronic condition and aiming to cut hospital admissions by keeping people healthier. Outdoor safety: UAB doctors warn Alabamians to prevent tick bites during summer hikes and gardening, noting symptoms can show up days or weeks later and early removal matters. Infectious disease crisis: Gaza’s chickenpox outbreak is worsening amid damaged healthcare and hygiene supplies, with fears of serious complications as overcrowding and pests spread. Care at home & daily wellness: A new report highlights the hidden costs of breast cancer recovery, while another story flags how heat can make garden-hose water dangerously hot enough to burn pets. Community & screening: A Worcestershire community event backed by a wellbeing grant promoted healthy living and breast screening awareness. Health tech & behavior: A piece argues screenless wearables like Whoop can help people stay motivated without constant phone notifications. Women’s health access: South Africa’s Top Care Women’s Clinic stresses confidential, local reproductive and preventative services ahead of Women’s Month.