Maternal health update: UNFPA says it delivered major gains in maternal and reproductive health and population data collection from 2022–2025, despite funding cuts and rising humanitarian needs. Local health system pressure: Fiji’s Constitution Review Commission heard calls for stronger rights to affordable housing and clearer State duties on healthcare after residents described long waits for blood transfusions and gaps in access to essential services. Public health and safety: Fiji will install 10 eco-mortuaries after distressing claims about the handling of human remains on Kadavu, including allegations involving a baby’s body stored in an ice-filled esky. Sports medicine dispute: Fiji Rugby Union and the Fiji National Sports Commission remain at odds over whether Flying Fijians coach Mick Byrne’s medical report was provided, as Byrne denies health issues were behind his departure. Regional health support: Australia’s COVID-19 vaccine donations to Pacific nations topped 1 million doses, with more than half a million delivered to Fiji. Access to care in emergencies: A helicopter pilot escaped serious injury after a Robinson R44 ditched into the sea off Wailoaloa Beach near Nadi; he received immediate medical attention on scene. Aquatic wellness push: Fiji’s Lautoka Seals Swim Club is set to link with the American Swimming Coaches Association to build long-term coach education and aquatic development.