Public Health Policy: Barbados is moving closer to launching its Barbados Medical Products Authority (BMPA), with PAHO support after Parliament passed the Barbados Medical Products Act in mid-June; a technical working session covered staffing, legal and operational needs, digital systems, and public communication to strengthen regulation of medicines and health technologies. Mental Health & Justice: A Barbadian mental health advocate is calling for stronger crisis response and forensic mental health services after an inmate’s death following an incident at His Majesty’s Prison and transfer to Sir Lester Bird Medical Center, urging specialised first-responder training and careful assessment of contributing factors. Nutrition & NCD Prevention: The National Nutrition Centre wrapped up its summer camp for children, focused on preventing non-communicable diseases through hands-on learning and support for physical, mental, and nutritional well-being. Health Tech Research: New research describes AI underwater robots that can monitor diver stress by observing exhaled bubbles, aiming to detect signs like respiratory distress without contact sensors. Wellness & Environment: Scientists warn that sargassum seaweed may be entering a self-sustaining cycle, with decomposing blooms releasing gases that raise public health and environmental concerns—relevant for Caribbean beach communities. Sports & Health: Minister Charles Griffith backed the New Wave Swim School initiative, highlighting reduced burnout and safer athlete development through local access to high-level coaching.