Public Health & Awareness: Mumbai Mayor Ritu Tawde visited the family of injured flydubai pilot Captain Smit Machchhar in Ghatkopar, underscoring community support for recovery. In another Mumbai health push, over 500 college students joined the “Red Run 2026” marathon to spread HIV/AIDS awareness. Medical Access & Regulation: The National Medical Commission reopened the Eligibility Certificate application window for MBBS aspirants studying abroad after technical issues; the portal closes Oct 7, 6 pm. Cardiology Follow-up: A Navi Mumbai lifeguard developed a 95% blockage at an old stent site three years after angioplasty, leading to repeat angioplasty with a drug-eluting stent. Health & Safety at Home: An Odisha watchman survived a common krait bite after cycling to hospital with the dead snake in a polythene bag, highlighting the urgency of treatment. Wellness & Nutrition: A gut-health conference in Kuala Lumpur (Oct 11) will focus on digestive wellness and its links to mental health and chronic disorders. Food & Diet Tips: A dietician ranked gobhi paratha as the healthiest breakfast option, ahead of pyaz and aloo parathas. Healthcare in Conflict: Reports say an Indian-linked pharma plant in Ukraine’s Sumy was hit by Russian drone strikes, with one death and major damage.