Patient Safety & Quality: The Dominican Republic will host the 3rd International Health Quality and Safety Forum on Sept. 16, focusing on “Safety as a System Strategy,” linking clinical care with healthcare management, public trust, and safer clinical research. Emergency Preparedness: The COE and the UN World Food Programme signed an agreement to strengthen disaster readiness and response, including early warning, logistics, joint drills, and better damage assessment for hurricanes, floods, droughts, earthquakes, and more. Public Health (Dengue): The Ministry of Public Health is intensifying dengue prevention efforts. Infectious Disease (Leptospirosis): In Nueva Ecija, the Philippines reported 7 leptospirosis deaths among 103 cases (Jan. 1–July 11), with officials urging people to avoid floodwater and seek care early. Healthcare Leadership: SNS is strengthening hospital management by appointing new directors at Padre Billini and Vicente Noble hospitals, and naming Jenny Olivero to lead Jaime Mota Hospital. Local Health Systems: Haiti’s Higgins Brothers Surgicenter for Hope is recruiting doctors and nurses (including former TPS holders) to meet growing demand. Health & Wellness Access: A U.S. pediatric optometry mission in Santiago delivered 1,070 eye exams over five days, including care for glaucoma and follow-up for children needing glasses.