Our Scans · (LF.3) Good Health and Well-being · Weekly Summary

In September 2015, 193 world leaders agreed to 17 Global Goals for Sustainable Development. If these Goals are completed, it would mean an end to extreme poverty, inequality and climate change by 2030.
Ensure healthy lives and promote well-being for all at all ages.

• [New] Droughts exacerbate antibiotic resistance in bacteria, posing a dual threat from environmental shifts and public health. Coaio Limited
• [New] As 2026 unfolds, the decisions made by small businesses will play a key role in shaping how health coverage evolves, not just for employers, but for the broader workforce as well. Breaking AC
• [New] The Draft Guidance articulates FDA's view that non-tobacco-flavored ENDS - particularly ENDS products with fruit and candy/dessert / other sweet flavours that appeal to youth - pose a greater risk to public health than tobacco-flavored ENDS. JD Supra
• [New] Heading into 2026, most analysts predict a measured rebound in healthcare deal volume. JD Supra
• [New] Think Global Health warns that some countries could face declining overall health budgets if U.S. financing decreases faster than domestic spending increases, as is projected for some countries. George W. Bush Presidential Center
• [New] Precision health offers one of the clearest pathways to reducing waste and avoidable harm in modern healthcare systems, but it will require a concerted effort by governments, health systems, regulators, academia and the private sector. Pulse+IT
• [New] Healthcare & Pharmaceuticals is expected to grow at the fastest CAGR of 12.55% through 2026-2035 driven by the critical need for resilient supply chains to ensure uninterrupted delivery of medical products globally. Yahoo Finance
• [New] Newly identified individuals classified as obese according to the updated criteria are at greater risk for an array of adverse health outcomes. www.PhysiciansWeekly.com
• [New] Dominant Disaster Type: Natural disasters are projected to account for about 68% revenue share in 2026, whereas public health emergencies are expected to grow the fastest through 2033, driven by epidemic preparedness and medical supply chain investments. Persistence Market Research
• [New] Through open-access resources and innovative data-sharing mechanisms, MIDRC-Global will help drive groundbreaking advancements in AI-powered medical research, fostering new discoveries that will benefit patients and healthcare providers around the world. MIDRC
• [New] Australia's Stronger Rural Health Strategy aims to deliver 3,000 additional doctors and 3,000 additional nurses to regional areas by 2028, but the reality on the ground remains difficult. Therapy Insights
• [New] Rising fuel costs are putting rural Australians at risk of losing access to healthcare, with growing concerns about inequality and service availability. Therapy Insights
• [New] Fiji is facing a growing tuberculosis (TB) crisis, with health officials warning that urgent national action is now critical. RNZ
• [New] Women and girls face layered risks across occupied Palestinian territory, subject to repeat displacement, violence - including from Iranian missile attacks - and constrained access to essential services such as healthcare and education. Georgetown Institute for Women, Peace and Security
• [New] In universal health systems such as the Brazilian Unified Health System, chronic conditions and multimorbidity threaten the sustainability of care. Frontiers
• [New] As temperatures rise, so do concerns about heatwave health risks Southeast Asia. Travel And Tour World
• [New] Health insurance covers therapy under most ACA, Medicare and Medicaid plans in 2026. MoneyGeek.com
• [New] The NIH All of Us Research Program has grown to over 873,000 consented participants, with 5,500 having received results with direct health implications such as cancer risk or risk of sudden death. TopDoctor Magazine
• [New] Attacks targeting nuclear sites create an escalating threat to public health and environmental safety. WJXT News4JAX
• Though most adapt to stressors, migrant workers with pre-existing risk factors may develop mental health conditions, underscoring the need to strengthen screening and support. ST
• Migrant workers and migrant domestic workers in Singapore hesitate to seek formal mental health support as they fear losing their jobs. ST
• Migrant workers fear job loss, lack awareness and worry about cost when seeking mental health support. ST
• After understanding patients' and healthcare professionals' requirements, researchers led by Lancaster University have created a smart sensing sock for people with diabetes that features embedded garment-based sensors to help protect from diabetic foot ulcers and reduce the risk of leg amputations. UKAuthority

Last updated: 30 March 2026