Public Health & Safety: UN warns the world’s oceans are under “severe and intensifying” stress, with sea-level rise doubling over the past decade—an urgent reminder that climate impacts health far beyond the shoreline. Local Health & Hygiene: Akureyri pool staff say a growing underwear-under-swimwear trend is creating routine hygiene problems, leading to reminders and sometimes refused entry. Skin Cancer Research: A new study on basal cell carcinoma highlights key regulatory hubs (STAT3 and GUCA1A), pointing to more targeted thinking for early diagnosis and treatment. Travel Health Costs: A UK finance explainer warns many travellers risk expensive medical bills abroad if they don’t have a GHIC, which can help cover state healthcare in parts of Europe. Mosquito Risk: Health officials stress that even tiny standing water—like a bottle cap—can fuel mosquito breeding and raise the risk of West Nile virus. Healthcare Access in Crisis: Switzerland and other countries warn Gaza’s healthcare system is near collapse and urge Israel not to implement a restrictive NGO registration law that could further limit aid, including medical services. Sports Medicine (Iceland link): Argentina’s World Cup preparations include ongoing management of Lionel Messi’s hamstring fatigue, with reports he may play in the final warm-up vs Iceland.