West Nile Virus Surge in North Macedonia: The Health Ministry reports 43 West Nile fever cases so far, with 4 deaths and 40 confirmed infections; most cases are around Skopje, and authorities are intensifying mosquito spraying and urging residents to drain standing water and report dead birds. Regional Mosquito-Borne Alert: Across Europe, 12 countries have reported locally acquired West Nile virus this year, with ECDC urging stronger mosquito control as there’s no approved human vaccine and care is mainly supportive. Cross-Border Health Concern: Albania confirmed its first West Nile case in Korçë, adding to a wider Balkan picture where Greece and Italy are seeing sharp increases. Malaria at Frankfurt Airport: Two airport workers died and five were hospitalized after suspected mosquito-borne malaria exposure linked to aircraft arrival; special traps are collecting insects for genetic testing. Patient Rights and Treatment Access: Bulgaria’s President Iliana Iotova says she will raise the case of Iva Mihaylova in Strasbourg, while Bulgaria’s foreign ministry says it is using diplomatic and legal steps to secure necessary treatment. Healthcare in the News Cycle: A Turkish dental clinic issued an initial response after a Greek-Canadian man fell into a coma following implant surgery, saying it is examining the case with lawyers.