Drug Safety Crackdown in Peru: Peru blacklisted five companies tied to bad cancer drugs after earlier reporting that over 100,000 vials failed quality tests; Digemid said it will push overseas GMP certification so no uncertified meds enter. Heatwave Health Alerts (Italy): Italy’s third heatwave is expanding, with red alerts for cities including Florence, Perugia, Bologna and Rome, and orange alerts for nine others; health officials warn extreme heat can endanger even healthy people. Infectious Disease Watch (Measles): Tennessee health officials confirmed two measles cases in Middle Tennessee and listed exposure sites, stressing measles spreads easily and symptoms can appear up to 21 days after exposure. Public Health Milestone (Trachoma): WHO validated El Salvador for eliminating trachoma as a public health problem, following multi-year community assessments showing no active transmission. Food Safety & Parasites (Cyclospora): Canada’s federal health officials note cyclospora can be linked to imported produce from countries including Peru. Local Health Risks (Leptospirosis): India’s Ernakulam district reported five leptospirosis deaths in early July, alongside rising dengue and influenza cases. Cacao Diversity (Peru): A study highlights four new cacao genetic lineages found in Peruvian smallholder farms, pointing to more resilient options for premium chocolate.