Heat & Hydration Alerts: Jamaica is urging residents to prevent dehydration and heat stress as unusually high temperatures continue, with guidance to drink plenty of water, limit alcohol and sugary drinks, wear light breathable clothing, seek shade, and watch for warning signs like dizziness, headaches, fainting, nausea and reduced urination. Men’s Mental Health Push: Opposition MP Denise Daley called for greater attention to men’s mental health, urging expanded access to mental health services, community counselling, mentorship programmes and stronger efforts to reduce stigma. Public Health in Focus (NCDs/Prevention): A reminder on skin cancer prevention highlights that UV exposure drives most cases and that simple steps like regular sunscreen use can dramatically cut risk. Medical Privacy & Athlete Care: MVP Track & Field Club confirmed co-founder Stephen Francis is receiving hospital treatment, asking the public to respect his and his family’s privacy while assuring athletes’ training continues. Violence & Community Safety: A teen faces multiple charges after an alleged gun attack in Oracabessa that injured a man and involved shots fired at a policeman; separately, police investigations continue into other serious incidents. Health System Accountability: Health Minister Tufton’s push to address medical intern working conditions and hold hospital administrators accountable signals continued pressure on healthcare management standards.