Advanced Orthopedics in PNG: Pacific International Hospital in Port Moresby will run its first Hip and Knee Joint Replacement Surgery Program from 22–26 August 2026, led by visiting Australian orthopedic surgeons and supported by a full team including physiotherapists and implant specialists. Rural Access to Care via Roads: The PNG Government launched Connect PNG road works in West Sepik, including sealing the Vanimo–Green River Road (K726m) and the Sepik Highway section between Warasikau and Lumi (K374m), with better transport expected to improve access to schools, health facilities and markets. Local Training for Overseas Doctors: A call is made for overseas medical graduates to complete additional training in PNG so they can better handle local diseases like malaria, tuberculosis and HIV/AIDS and adapt to PNG’s referral pathways and community-based care. Health System Integrity: A strong op-ed pushes for tougher transparency and accountability so audit findings lead to action, aiming to restore trust when clinics lack medicine and public services stall. Air Links for Health & Services: Air Niugini resumes direct Port Moresby–Tokyo flights from 18 July 2026, cutting travel time and improving connectivity for business and travel across the Pacific. Women’s Health Research: A new study highlights uterine prolapse’s global burden and quality-of-life impact, underscoring the need for better pelvic health care.