Doctor Shortage Debate: Belarus officials say the doctor shortage is “solved” by simply increasing workload, but a local expert warns the real problem is broader—Belarus may also be facing a nurse shortage. Food Safety & Child Poisoning: Belarus’ Investigative Committee detained a suspect in the Barysau children’s poisoning case, saying the incident was linked to sanitary and epidemiological violations during dairy production; products were recalled and seized, with preventive inspections across the sector. Political Prisoners Update: U.S.-led efforts to secure more releases from Aliaksandr Lukashenka have been delayed, opposition leader Sviatlana Tsikhanouskaya says—she notes delays can “ruin health” for vulnerable detainees. Workplace Violence in Minsk: Belarus’ Investigative Committee opened a murder case after a man killed a woman with scissors and a knife, then died by suicide; police and EMS were called by a neighbor. Health Diplomacy (Belarus-China): A Brest regional official says Chinese medical specialists are already working in Brest hospitals and highlights growing Belarus–China cooperation in healthcare and education. Cross-border Health Supply Risks: A European investigation into Belarus logistics firm Jenty describes how sanctions rules are being worked around to move medical goods to Russia, raising concerns for compliance and access.