Hospital Flooding & Accountability: Princess Margaret Hospital’s newly renovated Accident and Emergency unit flooded during heavy rains, with the Public Hospitals Authority saying water collected outside the building before entering via the ambulance bay doors, while Free National Movement shadow health minister Dr. Duane Sands called the explanation “not acceptable.” Medical Malpractice Appeal: An Appeal Court refused to overturn a $3.6m malpractice ruling against Dr. Gregory Carey after a baby suffered brain damage during childbirth at Princess Margaret Hospital, with the court citing failed delivery attempts before a consultant arrived. Heart Disease Focus: Bahamas renewed its push to curb high heart disease and other non-communicable diseases at the Caribbean Cardiac Society conference at Atlantis, with officials pointing to local findings from a PAHO-supported STEPS survey. Public Health Preparedness: Senior health officials briefed Prime Minister Philip Davis on proposed International Health Regulations amendments, including a plan for a National IHR Authority to coordinate whole-of-government emergency response. Youth Health Pipeline: Bahamas Baptist University College launched a Pre-Nursing, Pharmacy & Allied Health Summer Camp for teens, ending with a white coat ceremony and student healthcare innovation showcase. Violence & Community Safety: Police investigated a fatal shooting in Chippingham and a separate stabbing in Palm Beach, while separate charges were filed over Independence Day murders in Bain Town. Power Outages Hit Health Access: The Bahamas Chamber warned that continuing power disruptions are forcing pharmacies and other businesses to close or lose stock, raising risks for safe operations.