West Nile Virus Alert: A potentially lethal West Nile virus outbreak is being reported across Europe, with the Netherlands adding cases after 56 infections and nine deaths; health officials warn symptoms can be flu-like but severe illness can include meningitis, encephalitis, and paralysis. Cross-Border Health Access Dispute: North Macedonia’s refusal to let Bulgarian MP/committee chair Angel Georgiev enter the country has been linked to the case of Iva Mihaylova, who says her health is deteriorating and she needs treatment in Bulgaria after a 2025 road accident left her unable to travel. Court Case Update (Mihaylova): A long hearing in Kočani included additional questioning of a forensic doctor and concerns raised about gaps in the investigation, with the next hearing set for November 9. Questionable Cancer Treatment Probe: Greek authorities have intervened after complaints about a Thessaloniki clinic allegedly offering expensive “alternative” cancer treatment claims using electrical energy to destroy cancer cells. US Pharma Tariff Exemption (Trade + Access): The US has exempted select specialty medicines and ingredients from a planned 100% tariff, including categories such as orphan drugs, fertility treatments, cell/gene therapies, and antibody-drug conjugates—covering North Macedonia among 20 eligible jurisdictions. Bee Health Risk: Experts in North Macedonia are discussing containment as the invasive Tropilaelaps mite reaches Turkey, raising fears for European honey bees.