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Beach Access Fight: Jamaica’s public access to beaches is headed to court, with five civil cases challenging moves to privatise coastlines that currently block locals, vendors and fishers unless they pay to enter hotel areas. Breast Cancer Screening: The National Health Fund expanded NHFCard mammogram subsidies to high-risk women aged 30–40 and eligible men 40+ with strong family history, starting July 1, 2026. Water & Wastewater Resilience: Water Minister Matthew Samuda says major wastewater and water-supply investments are key to protecting Jamaica’s coastal assets, citing upgrades and new sewage treatment work in places like Negril and Falmouth. Hurricane Melissa Support: Local Government received US$1 million from the JN Foundation with Lutheran World Relief for recovery supplies and kits channelled through the Poor Relief Department. Mental Health Alert: A Bellevue CEO warned of a “crisis” in mental health in Jamaica, pushing attention to care needs. Health Sector Leadership: Jamaican orthopaedic surgeon Dr. Havalee Henry shares her path from Wolmer’s to Chief of Surgery in Florida. Public Health Funding: DBJ retained strong CariCRIS credit ratings, highlighting its role in financing development and climate resilience.

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