Specialist Women’s Health in Vanuatu: NZMTS brought urogynaecology care to Vila Central Hospital and Northern Provincial Hospital, with clinics and complex pelvic floor procedures plus training to build local capability. Mosquito-borne disease warning: The CDC issued a travel advisory for dengue, flagging higher risk for travellers returning from places including Vanuatu, urging strict bite prevention. Cancer access across the Pacific: PNG says its new cancer centre in Port Moresby will offer subsidised treatment for Pacific patients, including Vanuatu, though referral systems still need strengthening. Health workforce and equipment for vaccines: Samoa’s Acting Health Minister signed a near-US$3m procurement for vaccine cold-chain and primary care support across Samoa, Tonga, Tuvalu and Vanuatu. Pacific media and climate reporting: Vanuatu took part in SPREP/SPC training to improve how journalists report weather, climate and ocean risks that affect health and public safety. Child health after disasters (Nepal): Save the Children reports hundreds of children separated or unaccompanied after Nepal floods, with many still missing. Regional health security (Kiribati): NZDF supported safe disposal of nearly 300 WWII UXO items with medical personnel on standby. Community health education: International Literacy Day activities in Vanuatu highlighted reading support in hospitals and the ongoing need to lift early learning standards.