Conscription & Readiness: Estonia’s Defense Forces cut this year’s conscript intake to 1,200 in a “gap year,” shifting focus to redesigned basic training, counter-drone drills and firearms training—though the intensive phase is only just starting. Road Safety: Preliminary police data show 4 more traffic deaths than last year, while injuries are down; experts point to speeding habits and attitudes as key drivers. Lyme Prevention: The EU is set to study an experimental Lyme vaccine after EMA accepted a trial application; Estonia is among the higher-incidence countries as tick seasons lengthen. TB Vaccines: Estonia is preparing to move from universal newborn TB vaccination to targeted shots for at-risk children as TB rates fall, with possible changes discussed for after 2028. Health System Pressure: Experts warn Estonia must act soon to fix a health fund deficit or patients may face higher costs. Housing Accessibility: New rules for new apartment buildings require at least 10% of units to be easily adaptable for people with special needs. Public Health Research: Genetic data suggest different metabolic pathway links across severe mental disorders—depression aligns more with cardiometabolic patterns, while schizophrenia and bipolar show a reversed pattern. Mental Well-being & Daily Habits: New child-health research links lower psychosocial well-being to less consistent physical activity, sleep and screen-time habits. Wind Farm Health: Estonia’s court ordered the Health Board to continue independent noise monitoring for the Saarde wind farm, criticizing reliance on developer-commissioned studies. Nicotine Policy: Estonia’s economy minister rejected proposed nicotine restrictions for young people, arguing the plan’s justification and impact assessment are not proportionate.