Rabies Update (Bhutan): The WHO has validated Bhutan’s elimination of dog-transmitted human rabies as a public health problem, with zero deaths since June 2023, crediting a nationwide “One Health” push and the Nationwide Accelerated Dog Population Management and Rabies Control Programme. Primary Care (Bhutan): Bhutan is holding a three-day National Primary Health Care Forum 2026 in Tsirang to map a roadmap toward universal health coverage, focusing on governance, local government roles, digital health, workforce needs, traditional medicine, and sustainable financing. Flu Watch (Region): WHO surveillance says H1N1 is the dominant flu strain in India, making up three out of four influenza-positive samples; it’s also reported as dominant in Bhutan, with advice to prioritize vaccination, hygiene, early testing, and timely antivirals for high-risk groups. Heart Health (South Asia): Experts warn Pakistani women face the highest ischemic heart disease death rate among five South Asian countries, urging better screening and follow-up—especially around pregnancy and after childbirth. Energy Tech (Bhutan): At DrukSmart Talks 2026, Bhutan’s tech sector explored using industrial AI and predictive intelligence to shift hydropower maintenance from reactive monitoring to earlier fault detection and better planning. Drug Treatment (India): Kerala’s “Operation Toofan 2.0” says narcotic abuse and peddling are down 30%, while expanding treatment and rehabilitation alongside continued crackdowns.