Medical Access in Comoros: Six former prime ministers urged President Azali Assoumani to let jailed ex-president Ahmed Abdallah Sambi travel abroad for medical care, saying his health is “deteriorating worryingly,” while prosecutors say recent tests show he is not in a life-threatening condition and his doctor disputes that. Mental Health in the Region: WHO is convening an East and Southern Africa mental health inter-country learning workshop in Johannesburg (27 May), with Comoros among participating countries, to share best practices and develop rapid mental health landscape analyses ahead of a Kigali summit. Food & Health Innovation for Small Islands: The FAO-led Global AgriInno Challenge 2026 is open for innovators tackling agrifood system problems in Small Island Developing States, with Comoros eligible for reserved finalist spots. Disease Watch: New research warns chikungunya could expand into temperate regions by 2100 as climate change grows suitable areas for Aedes mosquitoes, raising future risk for parts of Europe and North America. Public Health & Safety at Sea: Ukrainian authorities reported Russian drone attacks on foreign merchant vessels in the Black Sea corridor, including a ship flying the Comoros flag, with minor injuries treated onboard and fires contained. Alcohol & Health Risk: A 2026 Data Commons report lists Uganda as Africa’s top alcohol consumer (11.30 litres per person annually), highlighting health and social risks tied to harmful drinking patterns.