Hantavirus Watch: Cambodia’s Health Ministry says hantavirus risk to the public is low, but it has stepped up border screening, frontline protection, and testing after rare outbreaks abroad, urging people not to panic or ignore nearer threats like avian influenza. Workplace Health Push: The Labour Ministry marked World Day for Safety and Health at Work by drafting a new Occupational Safety and Health law to curb heat stress and mental strain, including a pilot system to track factory heat, humidity, toxins and odours. Mental Health in Primary Care: A national leadership training program (with WHO) is training officials to embed mental health into routine primary care, not separate specialist services. Border Tensions Denied: Cambodia’s Defence Ministry rejected Thai claims of Cambodian troops firing near O’Smach, saying no incident occurred and border issues are handled through joint mechanisms. Environment Enforcement: Authorities intensified crackdowns on illegal gold mining in protected areas, including Veun Sai-Siem Pang and Prey Lang. Royal Education Donation: The Royal Palace donated hundreds of photo books on King Sihamoni and Queen Mother Monineath Sihanouk to 605 schools and education institutions nationwide.