Heat & Public Safety: UKHSA issued a yellow heat health alert across parts of England and London (9am Fri–9am Sun), warning of higher strain on health and social care and increased risk to vulnerable people, plus water-related incidents. Workplace Health: Aluminium Bahrain (Alba) launched its Summer Safety and Health campaign, focusing on heat stress prevention, hydration, and safer summer practices for workers and contractors. Hospital Oversight: Sri Lanka’s Consumer Affairs Authority took legal action against 23 private hospitals and labs over alleged use/storage of expired medicines and diagnostic chemicals and overcharging, with courts imposing fines totaling about Rs. 5.8m. AI in Healthcare: OpenAI rolled out ChatGPT Health in the US, letting users securely connect Apple Health and supported medical records for more personalized help interpreting changes and preparing questions. Care Planning: A UK piece highlights how advance healthcare directives (living wills) can legally guide treatment choices when people can’t communicate. Access to Pediatric Care: Philippines President Marcos inaugurated the DOH-JBL Children’s Medical Center in Clark, with free specialized services starting Aug. 1. Violence Against Clinicians: Spain reported a doctor barricading herself after an alleged patient attack at a Seville health centre, reigniting concerns about healthcare worker safety.