PAHO/WHO AMR Boost for Barbados: The Best-dos Santos Public Health Laboratory has been designated a PAHO/WHO Collaborating Centre for antimicrobial resistance surveillance, strengthening regional capacity to detect and respond to drug-resistant infections. COVID-19 Vaccine Injury Lawsuit: A Barbadian woman has filed what’s described as a first-of-its-kind Supreme Court claim against the Government, alleging severe complications after AstraZeneca doses in 2021 and arguing the vaccine was “defective.” National Health & Wellness Push: Barbados plans to officially recognise September as National Health and Wellness Month, with ongoing programmes aimed at healthier lifestyles and more open conversations about men’s mental health. TVET Links for Health Workers: The TVET Council is working to connect health and wellness professionals, citing gaps in networking and coordinated professional development, while highlighting topics like brain health and ageing. Cancer Drug Access Debate: Deputy Prime Minister Santia Bradshaw raised concerns in the House about brand-name cancer drug access, questioning whether generic replacements are comparable for patients. Gun Violence as Public Health: Acting Attorney General Gregory Nicholls says Barbados is treating gun violence as a public health challenge, with legal system changes including a proposed firearms division. Fatherhood Mentorship Call: Sports and Community Empowerment Minister Charles Griffith urged fathers to be active mentors, warning of a parenting crisis needing community involvement. Heat Safety for Pets: Vets urged Barbados households to prevent heat stress in animals with shade, hydration, and safer walk times. Wellness Through Food: An op-ed tied Caribbean Nutrition Day to “Healthy Eating, Active Living,” calling for stronger food system policies to curb non-communicable diseases.