Volcanic Ash Health Watch: Indonesia’s PAPDI warns that Anak Krakatau ash hazards don’t end when eruptions slow—particles can be kicked back into the air for days to weeks, irritating airways and worsening asthma/COPD. Mask Supply & Pricing: The Health Ministry says mask shortages are limited to retail and urges no hoarding or price gouging, with reports via WhatsApp hotlines and Mobile Alkes. Disaster-Ready Care: Indonesia strengthens Emergency Medical Teams with WHO-standard levels and reforms hospital emergency department management to speed critical treatment during disasters. Air Pollution Spillover: Malaysia’s PM Anwar Ibrahim calls for ASEAN to review and strengthen transboundary haze mechanisms, citing hazardous readings in Serian and stressing child health impacts. Haze Alerts in the Philippines: Digos and Calinan face “Very Unhealthy” conditions linked to Indonesian smoke, with guidance to limit outdoor exposure and use N95s. Secondhand Smoke Burden: A Lancet Public Health study estimates 2.7B people worldwide exposed to secondhand smoke in 2023, with Southeast Asia among the highest; India’s passive-smoking deaths rose nearly 50% since 1990. Food Safety Shock: In Central Java, 141 students fell ill after state free meals; in another case, Indonesia temporarily closed nearly 2,000 free-meal kitchens for hygiene registration failures. Wildlife & Public Health Angle: Indonesia-linked ash and haze dominate, but separate wildlife stories include orangutan rescues in India after suspected smuggling, prompting investigations.