Medical Interns: Jamaica’s Health Minister Dr. Christopher Tufton ordered immediate steps after JMDA raised concerns about exploitative working conditions, including audits of intern accommodations and reviews of duty rosters; JMDA says normal operations have resumed. Community Mental Health Funding: The CARE Fund is inviting grassroots organisations to apply for projects tackling mental health and social drivers of illness, including obesity reduction, healthy ageing, substance abuse prevention, period poverty, and support for caregivers. Hydration & NCD Prevention: Hydrate Caribbean Jamaica will add hydration stations to eight Kingston and St. Andrew schools, aiming to boost water intake and cut sugary drinks, with partners including the Diabetes Association of Jamaica. Post-Hurricane School Safety: The Jamaica Teachers’ Association says some western Jamaica schools still operate in unsafe tent conditions eight months after Hurricane Melissa, citing poor ventilation and mould risks. Violence Prevention Investment: Government reaffirmed Project STAR with a new $200M public-private partnership focused on psychosocial support, youth mentorship, family strengthening, and behaviour change in violence-affected communities. Public Beach Access: Montego Bay and Ocho Rios officials reiterated commitments to unrestricted public beach access alongside upgrades to visitor infrastructure. Regional Disaster Solidarity: Jamaica’s tourism leadership and GTRCMC expressed condolences to Venezuela after deadly earthquakes, as international search-and-rescue support ramps up.