Chikungunya Alert for Suriname: The CDC lists active chikungunya outbreaks in French Guiana and Suriname, urging extra mosquito protection for residents and travellers—use DEET or picaridin, wear light loose clothing, and avoid bites especially during daytime. Neurological Disorders Burden: PAHO/WHO reports nearly 470 million people in the Americas live with at least one neurological disorder (about two in five), with stroke, migraine, epilepsy and Alzheimer’s driving long-term disability needs—PAHO flags major gaps in prevention, diagnosis, treatment and rehab, and notes higher burden in Haiti, Guyana and Suriname. Renal Transplant Programme Gap (Region): Trinidad and Tobago’s health minister says no date is set for a second kidney transplant after the first in June 2025, citing training, equipment and operating theatre readiness plus arranging free anti-rejection medication. Yellow Fever Vaccination Push: Curaçao’s health ministry urges vaccination ahead of travel after WHO/PAHO warned of rising yellow fever cases and new spread areas in South America; vaccination is recommended at least 10 days before departure. Maritime Health Risk (Region): A fisherman captain rescued after the MV St Vincent VII sinking later died aboard the rescue vessel, highlighting the health dangers of prolonged sea exposure and delayed medical deterioration. Illegal Mining & Mercury Health Link (Brazil): Brazil’s “gold fingerprinting” lab uses forensic science to trace seized gold to protected areas, aiming to curb illegal mining that fuels deforestation and mercury contamination.