Strategic Care Transfers: A new look at U.S. transfer centers says they’re no longer “logistics only” but a clinical decision hub that can make or break patient safety, throughput, and hospital performance. Imaging Alliance: Siemens Healthineers and Cleveland Clinic are extending a 10-year strategic partnership to standardize diagnostic imaging and radiation oncology, with expanded on-site support for theranostics cancer care. Mental Health Leadership: Warwick Medical School professor Swaran Singh has been appointed a lifetime peer in the House of Lords for decades of work in early psychosis and mental health equity. Gene Therapy & Hearing Breakthroughs: Researchers report a path toward regenerating inner-ear hair cells, while a separate report highlights a first-in-human gene therapy for a severe neurological disease. Pharma Deals: IMPACT Therapeutics signs an exclusive licensing deal with Pharmanovia for senaparib across Europe, MENA, Australia and New Zealand. Public Health & Safety: Zimbabwe’s medicines regulator urges faster reporting of side effects as it runs MedSafety Week. Policy Pressure: Odisha’s opposition escalates demands for action over an alleged PG medical exam paper leak. Access & Coverage: UK data shows 48 mental health conditions qualify for PIP as ministers consider tightening eligibility. Blood Shortage: Lesotho’s health minister warns preventable deaths are linked to inadequate blood supplies and calls for regular voluntary donations.