Cancer Care Support: Bhutan Cancer Society says free treatment still leaves patients facing big out-of-pocket costs for travel, food, logistics and referrals—so it’s running a Care and Support Programme covering navigation, transport help, assistive devices, nutrition and support for patients sent to India. Palliative Care Expansion: Bhutan’s palliative care is now available in about 80% of districts, with the health ministry aiming for nationwide coverage by October, including home visits for patients too ill to travel. Cordyceps Auction Pressure: In Bumthang, collectors say this year’s cordyceps bids fell short, with many withdrawing premium harvests as prices disappoint highland households that rely on the annual sale. Thimphu–Gelephu Highway Stopovers: Tsirang is building two roadside recreational facilities in Tsholingkhar and Patshaling to create safer rest stops and local market opportunities for travellers. Tourism Growth, Longer Stays Push: Bhutan welcomed 26% more SDF-paying tourists in Jan–May, with India driving much of the rise—while tourism officials continue urging longer stays for better returns. Mercury Dental Fillings: Bhutan has phased out mercury-containing dental amalgam since 2015–2017, but warnings note some people still seek it at border clinics. Healthcare Capacity: JDWNRH reports rapid growth in knee replacement surgeries and plans a camp to reduce backlog.