Cancer Care in Jordan: A new Reayah programme is being credited with making cancer treatment more accessible and predictable, with coverage starting 1 Jan 2026 for Jordanians aged 60+, children and teens under 19, and National Aid Fund beneficiaries. Local Health Services: Zarqa Government Hospital carried out its first-ever open-heart surgery after launching a dedicated open-heart department, aiming to reduce the need for patients to travel to Amman. Public Health & Tobacco: A new report says tobacco use among Jordanians aged 15+ is above 50%, with heavy spending pressures on families and smoking linked to a large share of cancer cases. Healthcare Governance: Jordan’s cancer programme is also highlighted as a one-year governance benchmark, pointing to structured funding and access improvements. Trade & Pharma Link: Jordan’s exports rose to JD 2.129 billion in Q1 2026, with pharmaceutical preparations among key drivers. Health at Borders: Jordan’s Public Security Directorate mobilized medical teams and support services for Hajj returnees, including first aid for elderly and vulnerable travelers. Eid Sanitation: Greater Amman Municipality completed waste removal from sacrificial animal sites and will sanitize locations twice daily for two weeks to protect public health. Injury Alert: A 14-year-old boy died after falling from a tree while trying to retrieve a kite near Poonamallee.