Reflux Drug Development: N-Zyme Biomedical has started a Phase 2 trial of a pepsin inhibitor for laryngopharyngeal reflux, aiming to target non-acid reflux damage rather than rely on acid-suppressing drugs. Home Care Modernization: OnTime announced fundraising to modernize home healthcare operations, targeting paperwork, oversight gaps, and fraud risks in a fast-growing sector. Hospital Payment Policy: The American Hospital Association weighed in on CMS’s FY 2027 inpatient payment proposal, backing parts of the plan while flagging concerns about payment updates and how quality measures compare across markets. Care Access by Design: East of England Ambulance Service says sending every patient to hospital is “outdated,” rolling out a plan to dispatch ambulances only when truly needed and route people to the right care sooner. AI in Practice: Philips’ Future Health Index reports AI is helping clinicians see more patients and save hours weekly, but warns training and infrastructure gaps could slow progress. Public Health & Prevention: New research links even moderate alcohol use to higher risks of serious outcomes, while a study suggests glucosamine may accelerate cognitive decline in vulnerable people. Maternal Health Progress: India’s Pradhan Mantri Surakshit Matritva Abhiyaan marks 10 years, citing expanded free antenatal care for millions and declines in maternal mortality. Global Hospital Capacity: Pakistan’s Turbat opened a new 120-bed modern hospital with 24/7 emergency and trauma care plus CT/MRI/ultrasound and a mother-and-child unit. Local Safety Incidents: A suspected poisoning in Hyde sent a man and an 11-year-old to hospital, and a school incident in Nyanga sent multiple learners to hospital after an alleged biscuit-related illness.