Vision Care Access: Saint Lucia’s Ministry of Health, Wellness and Nutrition is rolling out free presbyopia screening and reading glasses through Primary Health Care from October 1, via a MoU with Restoring Vision to help adults 40+ correct near-vision decline and protect quality of life. Heat & Health Safety: The Ministry issues an El Niño heat advisory as temperatures are expected to intensify, urging residents to prevent heat stress and watch for symptoms of heat-related illness. Mobility for Amputees: The Saint Lucia Prosthetic Centre opens, offering custom prosthetic limbs locally so amputees can be assessed and fitted here—supporting independence for people who previously had limited access. Hearing Health in Castries: A Deaf Health Fair at Derek Walcott Square included hearing screenings and sign-language basics, highlighting how everyday loud noise can quietly damage hearing. Water in Schools: NET and partners are installing safe drinking water and hydration stations in drought-affected schools, with eight Kingston and St. Andrew institutions set to benefit. Justice & Health: The Attorney General has appealed a $75,000 damages award in the Chacadan Daniel case, where the unresolved death investigation has been ongoing for 13 years. Community Health Tech: TheLifeCo St Lucia launches a GLP-1 management programme with medical oversight, side-effect support, and muscle-preserving nutrition and movement plans.