Public Health (Uruguay): Uruguay’s Ministry of Public Health (MSP) expanded its free meningococcal vaccination campaign to include 11- and 12-year-olds who haven’t received it before, after an “unusual” rise in cases and serogroup C now driving 70% of infections; officials confirmed five recent deaths and say the campaign targets about 48,000 adolescents to build herd protection, with 300,000 doses already being purchased via PAHO. Global Health (WHO): The WHO declared the hantavirus outbreak on the cruise ship MV Hondius over, noting no new cases since May 25 and that the final exposed person completed quarantine and tested negative; the outbreak involved 13 infections and 3 deaths, with suspected exposure during a trip that included Uruguay. Disaster Response (Venezuela): Venezuela’s earthquake aftermath remains grim, with slow access to hard-hit zones and mounting criticism of government response as UN planning includes sending 10,000 body bags and damage estimates reach billions. Road Safety (Regional): WHO, PAHO and Ibero-American road safety leaders met in Madrid to push safer mobility across the region, advancing shared rules on speed, alcohol, helmets, seat belts and distracted driving. Community Safety (Uruguay-linked): While not Uruguay health policy, coverage highlights how large sports gatherings can turn risky—Brockton (US) imposed a curfew after violence around Cape Verde World Cup celebrations.