Public Health Watch: Barbados’ Ministry of Health says there are no suspected or confirmed cases of cyclosporiasis, while urging strict food safety during Crop Over—wash produce well, keep raw and cooked foods separate, and ensure safe hot/cold storage. NCD & Health Financing: Government is finalising a debt-for-social swap focused on health, aiming to tackle Barbados’ NCD crisis as officials warn 42% of children are overweight or obese and could be “feedstock” for future disease without stronger school nutrition. Organ Donation Reform: The Human Tissue Transplant Bill 2026 is debated as Barbados moves toward a modern organ donation and transplant system, with Health Minister Lisa Cummins stressing that diabetes, hypertension and heart disease may reduce the pool of suitable donors. Literacy & Health Equity: Finance Minister Ryan Straughn highlights a drop in the national English score and backs Babb’s Reading Clinic, linking reading skills to future opportunity and calling for more support for students with learning needs. Workplace Health & Housing: Health officials ordered the JADA Group to relocate and sanitise unfit container-type barracks; licences have now been issued as renovations near completion. Regional Health Response: Barbados is among countries sending medical teams and field hospitals to support earthquake recovery in Venezuela. Family Planning Debate: ASPIRE pushes for more male involvement ahead of World Vasectomy Day, arguing family planning focus has long leaned too heavily toward women. Safety in the Community: Police outline heightened security measures for Crop Over’s final major events, with Defence Force support for crowd management and keeping emergency routes clear.