Humanitarian Medical Cooperation: Laos and China kicked off “Peace Train 2026,” a 16-day joint exercise on humanitarian assistance and medical services, with drills in Vientiane and follow-on medical support at Army hospitals and in Attapeu. Public Health Regulation: Laos’ Food and Drug Department warned against six unregistered cosmetic brands, citing look-alike packaging and aggressive discounts that make product origin and safety hard to verify. Infectious Disease Alert: A new report flags hantavirus risk tied to wildlife farming and close contact with animals, noting prior exposure among farmers in Vietnam—an early warning for Southeast Asia, including Laos. Cross-Border Care Trend: More Lao patients are seeking treatment at a border hospital in Yunnan, shifting from emergency care toward chronic disease management, maternal and child health, and prevention services. Workforce & Worker Safety: Laos reaffirmed ASEAN labor cooperation efforts focused on decent work, safer migration, stronger labor standards, and skills recognition. Disaster Preparedness: China and Laos plan a joint medical rescue drill in Laos for a super typhoon scenario, covering search-and-rescue, evacuation, epidemic prevention, and psychological support. Health System Capacity: A study on pulmonary aspergillosis highlights higher prevalence and diagnostic delays in older adults, underscoring the need for earlier recognition in aging populations.