Ebola Watch: Africa CDC says the fast-growing Bundibugyo Ebola outbreak in the DRC and Uganda has surpassed 600 deaths, urging sustained support as cases rise and health workers are affected. Regional Health Security: A policy brief warns that delayed containment could cost the Great Lakes region billions and disrupt care for other diseases—while noting Burundi and Rwanda report no confirmed cases but have boosted surveillance. Burundi Health Milestone: Tanzania’s Benjamin Mkapa Hospital and the Jakaya Kikwete Cardiac Institute report minimally invasive heart surgery on three Burundian children, a first for paediatric referrals from outside Tanzania. Reproductive Health Recognition: UNFPA announces the Fondation Bonne Action Umugiraneza of Burundi wins an institutional reproductive health award for work supporting women’s health and tackling obstetric fistula. Community Health Funding: Dementia Australia opens applications for a Diversity Small Grants program to support dementia awareness in Aboriginal, Torres Strait Islander and culturally diverse communities. Local Health Impact: A fire destroyed much of Ngozi’s central market, prompting health services to join a commission for rehabilitation planning after one death was reported. Health & Safety Advice: Maine CDC reassures residents that Ebola risk locally remains extremely low, urging travellers to seek care early if symptoms appear. Health Policy Online: Google expands its alcohol advertising locations and updates gambling and games certification rules—changes that may affect how health-related messaging is promoted online.