Heat Safety for Crop Over: Barbados’ medical practitioners are warning revellers about rising heat and dry conditions ahead of Grand Kadooment, citing more heat-stroke and heat-related illness cases and urging hydration and extra care for elderly relatives. Fan Health at the Stadium: The Republic Bank Caribbean Premier League is rolling out free health screenings at all eight host venues, with blood pressure, glucose, BMI, urinalysis and PSA testing to support early detection of non-communicable diseases. Breast Cancer Screening Push: The Barbados Cancer Society’s Breast Screening Programme launches its 26th Annual Walk for Breast Cancer and plans a new Automated Breast Ultrasound System to cut wait times and improve detection, especially for women with dense breast tissue. Local Health Tech Upgrade: Barbados’ healthcare system is set to benefit from the Chinese Medical Team’s introduction of two new technologies, including IVUS-guided coronary intervention and salivary gland imaging, alongside skills training and community outreach. Nursing Leadership in Focus: Barbados’ Chief Nursing Officer highlights the pressures facing regional health systems at the 53rd CARICOM nursing meeting, praising nurses and midwives as leaders in health system transformation. Community Food Security: A new backyard farming initiative will support 600 households through demonstration farms and resources like seedlings, grow bags, chicken coops and technical support. Environment & Health Link: A Caribbean-wide climate impacts update flags health risks from Saharan dust and sargassum, including respiratory flare-ups and coastal disruptions that affect livelihoods.