Rabies Elimination (WHO Validation): Bhutan has become the first country in WHO South-East Asia to eliminate dog-transmitted human rabies as a public-health problem, with WHO validation after the last dog-mediated death was recorded in June 2023—experts stress the key message: don’t delay after any bite, scratch, or saliva contact with broken skin. Disaster Readiness (Flood Early Warning): The Green Climate Fund approved USD 22m to strengthen Bhutan’s flood early-warning systems across major river basins, with upgrades to communication and modernization of older systems to protect vulnerable communities. Health Services Upgrade (Japan Equipment): Japan provided nearly Nu 300m in medical equipment for eastern Bhutan, including digital X-rays, ultrasounds and infant incubators, now deployed in district hospitals and supported by staff training. Mental Health (Suicide Warning): A World Suicide Prevention Day feature highlights that young and working-age adults are among those most affected, with Bhutan police data showing 105 suicide deaths last year and rising attempts. Clean Cooking Pilot: In Chhumey, about 100 households received subsidised electric cooking stoves to cut firewood use, indoor air pollution, and pressure on forests. Physiotherapy Day: World Physiotherapy Day spotlights physiotherapy and physical activity for preventing and managing cardiovascular disease and stroke.