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Cruise-safety and public health: A ceiling panel collapse aboard Norwegian Cruise Line’s newest ship, Norwegian Luna, injured some guests during a May 14 sailing from Miami, with the cruise line saying injuries were minor. Local justice: Dominican authorities opened criminal proceedings tied to the “Survivor Greece” contestant Stavros Floros, who was seriously hurt in the Dominican Republic after being struck by a tourist boat while spearfishing near Saona Island; the show was suspended while an investigation continues. Health system push: The National Health Service (SNS) says it will expand free medical coverage for Santo Domingo 2026 Central American and Caribbean Games, with a network of prepared hospitals and rapid response. Regional leadership: Dominican Health Minister Víctor Atallah is set to lead the World Health Assembly in Geneva for the first time, spotlighting priorities like health systems, equity, and obesity prevention. Workforce signal: MESCYT reports more than 10,000 Dominican doctors are practicing in the United States.

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