Hantavirus response in the South Atlantic: Falklands medics and UK health teams have been deployed to Tristan da Cunha after a suspected hantavirus case linked to the MV Hondius cruise, with local clinicians facing serious oxygen shortages and emergency support arriving by air and sea. Public health risk from travel: A wider outbreak tied to the same cruise has led to quarantines and hospitalisations in the US, underlining how quickly rare viral threats can spread via international routes. Mental health support for police: British Columbia’s RCMP is rolling out HealthIM, a structured screening tool meant to improve how officers respond to people in crisis and coordinate with healthcare services. Alcohol harm in the armed forces: New reporting highlights large numbers of UK troops treated for alcohol misuse or disciplined for drinking-related offences, including severe health impacts. Local health workforce links: The Falkland Islands Government’s assistance request to the UK Health Security Agency shows the islands’ role in fast-moving infectious disease support. Livestock health and welfare tech: Trans Ova is expanding in Australia and appointing a new lead with experience including livestock health and genetics work connected to the Falkland Islands.