Genetic Screening for Parents: Sri Lankan health professionals are urging prospective parents to get simple blood tests to identify thalassaemia carriers early, especially when both partners carry the trait or when close-relative marriages raise risk. Hunger Crisis Pressure: WFP warns a “perfect storm” of high energy costs and low funding is pushing more people in countries including Sri Lanka toward acute hunger. Dengue Surge: Sri Lanka’s dengue situation is worsening, with health authorities reporting tens of thousands of cases and urging stronger community action to stop spread. Malaria Monitoring Alert: A new malaria-related parasite threat has been flagged, with officials calling for heightened surveillance since it may infect both humans and animals. Elderly Care Safety After Fire: Reports continue to focus on a deadly elderly care home blaze, with investigations and custody developments drawing attention to patient safety and oversight. Travel Health Reminder: Sri Lanka has announced free tourist visa entry for Omani citizens via ETA, alongside reminders to keep passports valid and arrange health insurance. Water for Yala Farming: Irrigation officials say major reservoir reserves remain generally healthy for Yala cultivation, though some areas are lower and weather forecasts are being watched.