Food Security & Youth Nutrition: The Zero Hunger Trust Fund has launched the EU-funded regional initiative “Cultivating Futures – Empowering Youths for a Food Secure Region,” using 10 schools in St. Vincent and the Grenadines, St. Lucia, Grenada and Dominica to improve food security, nutrition, education and climate resilience over 18 months. Public Health & Sanitation: Vendors on Bridge Street say months of wastewater leaking from construction have created a strong stench and raised health and safety fears, including reports of slipping and contact with bacteria. Substance Safety During Carnival: Health officials are warning revellers about illegal psychoactive substances like “Molly” and ecstasy, urging people to watch drinks and seek immediate medical help for symptoms such as breathing trouble, confusion and severe anxiety. Crime & Travel Health: The U.S. upgraded its St. Lucia travel advisory to Level 2, citing violent crime risks to residents and visitors, including armed robbery, assault, burglary and rape. Environmental Health & Risk: Saint Lucia is ranked sixth globally for pesticide use intensity, with concerns raised about long-term public and environmental health impacts. Regional Health Resilience: OECS is pushing sargassum solutions after a study tour in Martinique and Guadeloupe, aiming to reduce impacts on coastal health and tourism while exploring economic uses.