Smoke-Free Policy Wins: Laos led ASEAN Health Cluster 1 efforts recognized at the ASEAN Smoke-Free Awards, with local enforcement highlighted as a practical way to cut tobacco smoke exposure. Flood Response & Women’s Health: Lao Women’s Union, UNFPA and Australia-backed support delivered 1,400 dignity kits to flood-affected women and girls, including menstrual hygiene items and referrals for sexual and reproductive health and protection services. Dengue Control at Scale: The Laos DDDiL “Welcome Wolbachia” project expanded to more provinces in 2026 after reaching over 1.5 million people in 2025, reporting high community acceptance and aiming to reduce dengue risk. Clinic Crackdown: Laos Ministry of Health ordered Dr. Nith Beauty Center to suspend medical services after inspections found unauthorized injections and cosmetic procedures (including Botox) without required approvals, as a wider directive tightens rules for private clinics. UNICEF Health & Child Priorities: UNICEF approved a Lao PDR country programme for 2027–2031 focused on the first 1,000 days, learning and skills, adolescent empowerment, and safe water and clean environments. Disaster Readiness Tech: China-Laos “Peace Train-2026” drills in Vientiane used drones, robot dogs and unmanned vehicles for humanitarian medical rescue training, aiming for faster search, supply delivery and evacuation.