Hormone Checks in the Military: The US Department of Defense announced mandatory annual testosterone screening for active-duty personnel aged 30+ (with treatment optional), a reminder that hormone health is moving into mainstream medical policy. Extreme Heat & Child Care: Uzbekistan’s preschool ministry says any kindergarten closures during heat will be decided locally, based on sanitary and epidemiological conditions—after Karakalpakstan already suspended some preschool operations. Healthcare Spending Snapshot: Uzbekistan reported UZS 9.1 trillion in healthcare services delivered in Jan–May 2026, up 14.7% year-on-year, with hospital services at 20% of the total. Obesity Warning: New data place Uzbekistan highest for overweight adults in Central Asia, with nearly one in five adults clinically obese—raising long-term health and cost concerns. Disaster Preparedness: The UN urged Central Asia, including Uzbekistan, to strengthen earthquake readiness, stressing hospitals must stay functional and that retrofitting is far cheaper than rebuilding. Health Tourism Boost: Türkiye’s health tourism growth (not Uzbekistan, but relevant regionally) hit $761.5M revenue in Q1, highlighting demand for medical travel and wellness services. Safety Incident Across Borders: A gas cylinder explosion in Kazakhstan’s market injured four people, including two Uzbek nationals, underscoring ongoing risks around food stalls and gas safety. One Health Training Invite: A regional online webinar (July 21) will focus on avian influenza prevention and control using the One Health approach across Central Asia.