Uruguay Health Diplomacy: The U.S. warned Uruguay to end the Cuban ophthalmological medical brigade active since 2005, or face diplomatic and military sanctions—Uruguay’s foreign minister says the experience with the doctors has been “extraordinary,” and the matter is under bilateral discussion. Mental Health & Prevention: PAHO convened Brazil, Guyana, Mexico, Suriname, and Uruguay in Brasília to review the first year of a regional suicide prevention initiative, stressing equity, stronger care networks, and integrating mental health into primary care. Cannabis Policy & Public Health: A systematic review finds cannabis legalization is linked to higher cannabis use among young adults in some places, with some studies also reporting more emergency visits and poison center reports. Research Collaboration: EU and CELAC agreed to deepen research and innovation cooperation, including new working groups on health, climate/energy transition, and AI in science. Food Safety & Trade Pressure: The EU suspended parts of Brazil’s animal product exports over antimicrobial rules, while broader trade frictions and food safety concerns keep resurfacing across the region. Wildlife Conservation: A jaguar with a cub was spotted near Paraguay’s Tebicuary River, reinforcing the need to protect biological corridors. Health-Adjacent Policy: Uruguay is also reported to have declared a health emergency for avian influenza.