Regional Health Policy: CARICOM leaders met in Saint Lucia for their 51st heads of government conference, with Jamaica’s PM Andrew Holness among attendees—setting the tone for wider regional cooperation that can affect health planning. HIV Care Retention: A Jamaican health researcher says targeted interventions are needed to keep people living with HIV connected to treatment, warning that ages 20–49—especially men—are more likely to drop out of care. Hurricane Recovery & Primary Care: Health Minister Dr Christopher Tufton says western Jamaica’s damaged health centres are still in the assessment phase after Hurricane Melissa, with costs expected to be clearer soon. Cardiovascular Prevention: The Heart Foundation of Jamaica is running community outreach screenings as part of its 55th anniversary, urging Jamaicans to “know their numbers” for early risk detection. Infectious Disease Watch: Westmoreland reports a slight uptick in hand, foot and mouth disease among young children, with officials visiting schools to limit spread. Public Health & Waste: Trelawny authorities are concerned about illegal dumping in northern areas, warning it can worsen rodent problems and disease risk. Workforce Wellbeing: The Ministry of Health and Wellness met with unions to improve welfare for health sector staff after nurses protested overcrowding and poor working conditions. Community Support: RalRosa Foundation marked five years of fundraising, surpassing J$23m, backing healthcare projects including clinics in Jamaica and Maryland. Access to Treatment: A St Ann hairdresser is seeking about J$3 million for knee surgery after prolonged standing worsened osteoporosis, leaving her wheelchair-bound. Health System Capacity: Jamaica is setting up a Seed and Nursery Certification Unit to protect plant health and improve food security—supporting healthier living indirectly through safer, disease-free planting material.