Macao Health Research & Training: University of Macau (UM) marked its 45th anniversary with a “Friends of Health” forum, outlining plans to restructure its Faculty of Health Sciences into a Faculty of Medicine and push closer links between basic research and clinical use, with a new research institute network aimed at translating lab work into real-world biomedical impact. Elder Care Costs & Smart Services: A Macau Silver Economy and Smart Elderly Care Demand Survey of 792 residents aged 50+ found 84.3% worry about future care and medical costs, while only 29.2% actually use smart elderly care products—most want health monitoring, emergency help, and daily support. Elderly Housing Safety & TCM Clinics: A lawmaker asked for updates on the “Residence for the Elderly,” including whether traditional Chinese medicine clinics will be set up, plus stronger fire safety and evacuation support for seniors with mobility issues. Drug Abuse Watch in Macau: A psychologist from a Macau anti-drug group warned that official numbers may miss a “hidden iceberg” of abuse, with young people increasingly using devices like e-cigarettes to consume drugs privately. Public Health Access: Mannings in Hong Kong expanded its “Safe Disposal of Unused Medicines Programme” to 75 collection points, offering counselling and safe disposal routes for leftover medicines. Community Preparedness: Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao authorities ran a joint marine rescue exercise in Macau waters, simulating a ferry collision and testing emergency coordination.