Sanctions & Child Health: The UN human rights chief says U.S. blockade pressure is harming Cuba’s children, with infant mortality reportedly doubling and childhood cancer survival falling as doctors lack medicines—an issue that echoes across the region’s health systems. Venezuela Care Access: Venezuela’s government ran a mega social-care day in Petare (Mirandina), offering general medicine, pediatrics, gynecology, dentistry, and vaccinations for 3,700+ families, supported by health ministry teams and patient flow coordination. Local Health Infrastructure: Guárico state equipped major hospitals and CDI centers with ventilators, ultrasound, monitors, glucometers, and more, alongside power and water repairs to keep services running. Renal Patient Support: In Barinas, health authorities deployed medical teams and dialysis-focused support, including equipment for renal patients at local facilities. Animal Health: Cojedes launched new free veterinary centers under the Nevado Mission, treating 100+ pets at inauguration events with rabies vaccination and deworming, plus upcoming sterilizations. Public Health Alert (Region): Colombia’s yellow fever outbreak is worsening, with high reported deaths and a CDC travel notice urging enhanced precautions. Security & Health Disruption: U.S. forces announced a strike killing Tren de Aragua leader Niño Guerrero, raising concerns about ongoing instability that can strain health and safety services.