Maternal Health Data Correction: The Health Minister, Dr. Amadou Samateh, told the National Assembly that 2025 maternal mortality figures were misreported due to a data extraction mix-up in DHIS2, with the corrected maternal mortality ratio set at 161.1 deaths per 100,000 live births (and an institutional ratio of 128.8). Mental Health Crisis: A new report warns mental illness affects about 120,000 people nationwide, but nearly 90% receive no formal psychiatric care, with services concentrated at Tanka Tanka Psychiatric Hospital. Ebola Status Update: The Ministry confirms no suspected or confirmed Ebola cases in The Gambia, while reactivating Rapid Response Teams and strengthening screening at points of entry. Nutrition Drive: The National Nutrition Agency (NaNA) pushes forward food fortification and bio-fortification under the National Nutrition Act 2024, aiming to tackle malnutrition in all forms. Healthcare Capacity & Partnerships: Merck Foundation’s Africa Asia Luminary brought together First Ladies and health leaders to boost clinic capacity and women’s health initiatives. Sports for Wellness: The GNOC will host International Olympic Day 2026 in Farafenni under “You Can Do This! Let’s Move,” encouraging active lifestyles. Drug Safety Watch: India’s move to make cough syrups prescription-only is highlighted as a safety step, amid ongoing concerns about syrup quality and misuse. Public Health Support: Africmed International Hospital donated a fully equipped ambulance to the Gambia Police Force to strengthen emergency response.