Women’s Health: A BMJ Global Health study estimates that early menopause affects 1 in 14 women aged 30–49 in low- and middle-income countries, with higher rates in rural areas; researchers warn it can raise risks of cardiovascular disease, osteoporosis, metabolic disorders, cognitive decline and depression, and note that education and delayed childbearing may reduce risk. Women’s Leadership: Dr. Rasha Kelej, CEO of Merck Foundation, was named among “100 Most Impactful Voices 2026” by ABCD Africa, highlighting her work on women’s empowerment, girls’ education and access to quality healthcare across Africa. Public Health & Safety: MAPS released an open-access Ibogaine Investigator’s Brochure, making preclinical, safety, dosing and observational data freely available to researchers, clinicians and policymakers. Infectious Disease Support: Russia says it is helping DRC and Uganda respond to the Ebola outbreak by sending specialists, using Russian-developed diagnostic tests and supporting containment efforts. Health & Equity in Infancy: Angel Care Foundation’s Angel Blanket Initiative aims to distribute one million newborn blankets across Africa while training mothers on postnatal health, with early deliveries already reaching hospitals in Ghana.