Hunger Strike Health Watch: Concern is rising over Tunisian pro-Palestinian flotilla activist Wael Naouar, now on a prolonged hunger strike in detention; his lawyer says he has lost about 40lb and is facing low blood pressure and sugar, plus breathing, walking and speaking difficulties. Prison Health & Rights: Amnesty International is urging Tunisia to release opposition leader Rached Ghannouchi, citing serious fair-trial violations and demanding he get adequate healthcare if freed. Labour Pressure: Tunisia’s UGTT warns of worsening economic and social crises and authorizes a general strike campaign, escalating tensions around workers’ rights and freedoms. Public Health Staffing: Tunisia’s Health Ministry opens recruitment for 52 public health pharmacists, with an application deadline set for late October. Rabies Prevention: Ariana will hold two free, mandatory rabies vaccination campaigns for dogs and cats in Ettadhamen on Sept. 9 and 10. Climate & Heat Risk: Scientists report August as Earth’s hottest month on record, a reminder of growing health risks from extreme heat. Weather Alert: Siliana, Kef and Kasserine are placed under a yellow alert for thunderstorms, scattered rain and stronger winds. Health in Detention Aftermath: A Tunisian businessman, Lazhar Sta, died in hospital after illness worsened in prison, with his family alleging negligence and harsh conditions.