Addiction Treatment Expansion: Alta Centers opened a second Hollywood Hills facility in Los Angeles, adding more capacity for medical detox, residential care, and dual-diagnosis support while keeping a “quality over quantity” approach. End-of-Life Support: A new free speaker series from the Jewish Association on Aging aims to demystify end-of-life doulas, including nonjudgmental bedside support and comfort-focused planning. Traditional Medicine Policy Push: Uttar Pradesh approved a Rs 613.42 crore AYUSH action plan for 2026-27, including new AYUSH medical units and AI courses, while Odisha advanced plans for an All India Institute of Ayurveda. Safety Warning on Counterfeits: Kenya’s regulator flagged counterfeit Viagra, fake HIV test kits, and falsified dialysis medicines, urging tighter market surveillance. IVF Add-Ons Questioned: A new study found most IVF “add-ons” show little benefit for live birth, with only a few supported by stronger research. Acupressure for Travel: A travel-focused guide highlights acupressure points as a needle-free option for common travel discomforts. Evidence vs. Claims: Reporting challenges cow-urine research and broader “evidence scarcity” concerns, urging scrutiny of wellness and health claims. Palliative Care Basics: A plain-language explainer breaks down hospice eligibility and what support looks like at the end of life.