Air Quality & Heat Risks: Singapore’s PSI hit unhealthy levels again, peaking at 154 in central areas this morning, with haze linked to smoke plumes drifting in from Kalimantan and Sumatra—while researchers at SGH are also pushing better ways to spot heat illness in ERs, since symptoms can look like infections or sepsis. Public Health Policy: The Philippines’ DoH backed higher sweetened beverage taxes to curb obesity and diet-related disease, citing high rates of overweight/obesity and daily sugary drink intake among students. Healthcare Systems Upgrade: HSA’s Next-Generation Blood Supply Management System is now live across public and private hospital blood banks, using RFID tracking to improve visibility, ordering, and safety. Men’s & Oral Health: SingHealth-linked reporting highlights gum disease warning signs (bleeding gums, bad breath, tender gums) and why early gingivitis matters—plus a separate men’s health market push. Ageing Well: Experts argue “living well longer” needs personalised geromedicine plus support for physical, mental, social and financial wellbeing, not just disease treatment. Singapore Wellness Tech: Samsung’s SG61 Galaxy Walkathon drew 610+ people for a 5km walk to boost heart health awareness. Medical Research & Pharma: Sanofi’s deal to hand off mature medicines includes a Singapore manufacturing site, with transfer planned from Q1 2027.