Women’s Wellbeing & Safety: Six Senses launches “The Yin Way” women’s retreat at Six Senses Kanuhura (Oct 1–4) focused on rest and emotional balance across life stages. Pharmacy & Medicine Access: MFDA introduces tighter medicine rules from 22 Oct, including limits on retail/online sales, stricter pharmacy licensing, and new labeling/prescription standards. Public Health Momentum: World Hepatitis Day coverage stresses political will and delivery systems; Maldives is highlighted for triple elimination of mother-to-child transmission of HIV, syphilis and hepatitis B. Tobacco-Free Generation: Maldives announces a national annual tobacco control award to recognize community-led quit support, building on the generational tobacco ban. Healthcare Cooperation: China’s ambassador meets WHO’s Maldives representative, citing support for workforce training and the China–Maldives Friendship Hospital, plus plans for trilateral WHO collaboration. Fitness Infrastructure: Maldives and India sign MoUs to equip fitness and recreation centres across 42 islands, aiming to boost youth activity and wellbeing. Wellness Travel: SO/ Maldives partners with Dilmah Tea for a premium, sustainability-led guest experience, with a launch event on 4 Aug. Sustainability in Resorts: RAAYA by Atmosphere wins an International Sustainability Award for its on-site composting that cuts waste leaving the island. Trade Connectivity: Maldives and Bangladesh discuss a direct shipping link to strengthen trade and connectivity, including health and blue economy cooperation.