Wearable heart testing in Taiwan: Researchers report a left-upper-arm wearable system that can produce a full 12-lead-equivalent ECG without chest electrodes, aiming to make detailed cardiac screening easier outside hospitals. Diabetes drug debate in sports: A report highlights how athletes are using GLP-1s and why anti-doping regulators are now watching closely. Medical device showcase: TamaBio will display its synthetic biomembrane technology at the American College of Surgeons Clinical Congress, targeting issues like tissue adhesion, calcification, infection, and fluid leakage. Public health and aging: Taiwan research links early retirement (especially for private-sector workers and lower-income groups) with higher risks of dementia and alcoholism. Food safety and nutrition: Taiwan’s Agriculture Research Institute unveiled a soybean-based umami seasoning powder designed to cut sodium and sugar while boosting protein-derived umami. Healthcare access tech: Taiwan reports progress toward arm-based full ECG capture, while separate coverage notes convenience stores are cutting late-night hours due to labor shortages—an indirect hit to community access. Animal health enforcement: A Yunlin case alleges smuggling of unapproved bird flu vaccine from China, intercepted before market entry.