Drugs & Sport: Australia’s Football Australia is deciding the next steps for Socceroos forward Cristian Volpato after NSW Police confirmed a second oral-fluid test positive for cocaine, following an earlier roadside positive after a July stop in Sydney. Cardiology (Italy): A study from an Italian paediatric cardiac centre finds prosthetic-valve endocarditis in children tends to hit later, is harder to spot on echocardiography, leads to frequent complications, and more than half of patients need surgery. Maternal Care: A European Journal of Midwifery study led by researchers including Italy highlights that midwifery competencies aligned with the ICM framework are not yet implemented consistently across Europe, with barriers varying by country and setting. Thyroid Eye Disease: Italian researchers report that an orbital ultrasound plus visual-function risk score can better predict which Graves patients will develop overt orbitopathy, suggesting closer follow-up for higher-risk groups. Food Safety: Italy-linked ready-to-eat pork guanciale products are among imports recalled in the US over possible Listeria contamination. Back Pain: A Cochrane review says lumbar supports offer little or no benefit for chronic low back pain, with only a small short-term pain reduction when combined with medication. Health & Climate: New review evidence links extreme heat to worsening psychiatric symptoms and higher demand for urgent mental health care.