Water & Power Safety: The U.S. Embassy in Havana issued a health alert warning that Cuba’s worsening water supply and prolonged blackouts can disrupt cold chains and create serious health risks, urging travelers to prepare for extended outages. Energy Crisis Impact: Cuba’s Electric Union reported the eastern provinces were disconnected from the National Electric System after transmission fluctuations, with hospitals and pumping systems prioritized during restoration. Maternal Health Support: UNICEF delivered 213,000 prenatal supplement bottles to pregnant women and breastfeeding mothers in Cuba, using air transport via Panama due to shipping constraints. Food Insecurity Pressure: A Cuban family’s account of surviving on chicken bones and a sweet potato highlights how shortages are pushing households into extreme hardship. Stress & Coping Guidance: A Santa Clara hospital shared practical steps to manage chronic stress during blackouts and scarcity, including breathing exercises, gentle movement, sleep, and mindfulness. Cancer Research: Cuban scientists announced a home-grown cancer drug candidate, 2C12, with traits similar to pembrolizumab, as supply limits strain the biotech sector. Blocked Medical Mission Payments: Reports say a Cuban medical mission bank account in Italy has been blocked since late July, freezing transfers that doctors rely on.