Maritime Safety & Health: Guyana’s MV Barima ferry tragedy continues as the captain and first engineer are arrested after a positive drug test, with officials confirming the first two deaths and noting only 35 of 67 rescued were on the authentic passenger manifest; search and rescue and medical support are still ongoing off the Atlantic coast. Heart Health & Access to Care: Rock District’s Jessica James, 28, is again seeking urgent funding for open-heart surgery at UHWI after severe tricuspid valve leakage and a patch leak were found, with symptoms including shortness of breath and fluid retention. Local Hospital Support: A former ward of the state, Branatic Neufville, donated over $5M in medical equipment to May Pen Hospital and Black River Hospital to strengthen patient care for the Southern Regional Health Authority. Caregiving & Community: Spanish Town Hospital launched a Family Caregivers Programme, aiming to better support those looking after loved ones. Education, Wellness & Systems: UWI Mona and Western Jamaica campuses unveiled major expansion plans, including a 50-bed hospital in western Jamaica, alongside engineering and campus hub upgrades. Climate-Linked Health Risk: A Lancet Countdown report warns climate change is driving a worsening health crisis in small island states, with heat, air quality and infectious disease risks rising. Health Equity in Action: Duke University’s cataract mission at Kingston Public Hospital restored sight for 345 Jamaicans through free surgeries and shared clinical knowledge. Public Health & Policy: The Jamaica Teachers’ Association is urging a national AI policy for schools after CXC reforms to protect assessment integrity amid generative AI growth. Humanitarian Aid: St Vincent and the Grenadines joined CARICOM partners in contributing humanitarian assistance to Venezuela following the June earthquakes.