Health Insurance Rules: India’s IRDAI says insurers processed 3.26 crore health claims in FY2024-25, with 8% rejected, and now requires clearer explanations for denials and the policy clauses behind them. Hospital Performance & Money: Kotak Securities expects listed hospitals to keep double-digit revenue growth while EBITDA margins stay steady, driven by inpatient volumes and diagnostics. Celebrity Health Spotlight: Gymnast Simone Biles revealed she had a medical emergency and “almost died,” sharing she’s been resting in bed while details remain undisclosed. Rural Care Support: A run/walk event raised funds for a rural healthcare foundation tied to Sleepy Eye Medical Center. Drug Regulation Crackdown: Telangana’s Drugs Control Administration inspected 166 medical shops tied to online pharmacies and issued show-cause notices to 41 over issues like missing records and dispensing without valid prescriptions. Disaster & Power Risk: Gaza’s al-Aqsa Hospital ICU warned of imminent danger as fuel supplies dwindle and electricity nears failure. Mental Health Community Push: Malaysia’s “Lift But Not Leave” expo urged stronger youth-focused support systems beyond awareness campaigns. Public Health Access: First Lady Liza Araneta-Marcos urged Philippine agencies to ease visa processing and reduce burdens for Indian medical students. Sleep & Aging Research: A study links both too little and too much sleep to biological ageing changes, pointing to consistent 6–8 hours as a healthier target.