Orthopedics Breakthrough: Kuwait’s Ministry of Health says Jaber Al-Ahmad Hospital performed a complex hip reconstruction using 3D printing for precise pre-surgery planning, marking a first-of-its-kind achievement at the facility. Radiation & Safety Oversight: The MoH undersecretary visited the Sheikh Salem Al-Ali Center for Chemical Defense and Radiation Monitoring to review radiation-level monitoring and chemical hazard readiness, stressing stronger health-safety cooperation. Pediatric Care Partnerships: The MoH discussed strategic cooperation with Boston Children’s Hospital Alliance, including training for Kuwaiti staff and plans for genetic medicine and a specialized genetic testing lab. Health Policy Updates: Kuwait issued new MoH decisions covering narcotic and psychotropic medicines controls, rules for their use on international aircraft and ships, and the cultivation of narcotic plants for licensed medical/scientific research; the ministry also set up an Epidemiology and Cancer Registry Department at KCCC. Cosmetic Procedure Rules Tightened: The health minister amended requirements for cosmetic surgeries and procedures, including authorized specialties, physician qualifications, nursing laser training under specialist supervision, and added patient psychological assessments plus complication reporting procedures. Food Safety Enforcement: Kuwait’s food authorities destroyed spoiled or non-compliant products and shut down facilities after inspectors found issues like thawed meat sold as fresh and hygiene or licensing violations. Public Health for Kids: Experts warn back-to-school nutrition gaps persist, citing high rates of overweight/obesity and excessive sugar and saturated fat intake among school-aged children. Regional Health Coordination: Kuwait’s MoH undersecretary joined GCC undersecretaries’ talks ahead of the Sept 6 health ministers meeting in Bahrain, focusing on medicine stockpiles, health insurance, and modern tech including AI.