Southern Lebanon Medical Safety: An IDF operational accident in Majdal Zoun left one conscript severely injured and an officer moderately hurt after a grenade was improperly thrown; both were evacuated to Rambam Health Care Campus while the IDF investigates. Gaza Access for Care: Israel’s Defense Minister ordered general closures of West Bank crossings and Gaza crossings on Oct. 5 and 7, with limited exceptions for essential healthcare workers requiring COGAT approval. Conflict Toll on Health Systems: Israel says 1,318 security personnel and first responders have been killed since Oct. 7, while Gaza’s health ministry reports tens of thousands killed since the ceasefire; UN figures also warn most Gaza structures are damaged. Lebanon Humanitarian Strain: UNICEF highlights that 1 in 5 Lebanese children go to bed hungry amid displacement and economic pressure. Community Health Support: A Lebanon-area community fundraiser is backing Sweet Home JV player Mason Flores after brain bleeding and surgery, covering medical and living costs. Preventive Care in Lebanon: Sri Lanka’s Embassy in Lebanon and Lions groups held a Medical Day for migrant workers with screenings including diabetes, hearing, vision, mammography, and echocardiography. Healthcare Workplace Concerns: Dartmouth Health layoffs and canceled vacant positions are prompting calls for more transparency and compassion in how healthcare job cuts are handled.