QEH Expansion Update: Queen Elizabeth Hospital’s 42-month expansion is set to add a new lab, dedicated burn unit, more beds and extra cancer treatment resources, with US$175m in development bank financing aimed at easing overcrowding and shortages. Public Health & Safety: The Ministry of Health warned residents about smoke exposure from a fire at the metal dump in Hoytes Village, St James, advising people with asthma or respiratory conditions to avoid the area or stay indoors with windows closed. Water & Health Access: In St Lucy, Checker Hall and Six Men’s report clearer, safer drinking water and improved pressure, while Pie Corner residents still face unresolved road problems affecting daily life. Wellness Travel: Marriott’s All-Inclusive portfolio is rolling out new wellness offerings, including alcohol-free “Zero Proof” packages and spa-focused programmes for adults and kids at resorts including Waves Resort & Spa Barbados. Community Support for Care: A Grievance Redress Mechanism is planned for health projects under the US$175m Health Services Resilience Programme, with confidential reporting pathways for abuse and harassment concerns. Local Wellness Business: Azure Beauty Spa and Wellness has opened in Deacons Road, St Michael, focused on helping women feel confident in their natural skin. Sports & Health Promotion: Barbados’ Heart and Stroke Foundation ran a Healthy School Nutrition Forum and Healthy Market, pushing lower sugar and sodium choices for school snacks and drinks. Inclusion in Action: A golf inclusion event in Hertfordshire highlighted access for underrepresented groups, including junior players from Barbados. CARICOM Reparations Conference: Barbados will host the CARICOM Regional Conference on Reparatory Justice (Sept 17–19), with public health and education highlighted in the Ten-Point Plan.