Food Recall: GraceKennedy Foods is voluntarily recalling specific batches of Grace Tropical Rhythms Fruit Punch 1L (best-before codes July 21, 2027 L6 and July 22, 2027 L6) across Jamaica, Barbados, Saint Lucia, Trinidad & Tobago, Guyana, Turks & Caicos and St. Maarten, saying it’s a product-quality issue (not a food-safety risk) with no expected adverse health effects; consumers are urged not to drink the affected product and to return it for a refund or replacement. Alcohol & Health: Saint Lucia marked World No Alcohol Day (Oct 2) under “Alcohol and Me,” with the Ministry of Health urging people to reflect on drinking habits and watch for warning signs like blackouts, impaired judgment, and drinking that disrupts daily life. Healthy Ageing: On International Day of Older Persons (Oct 1), PM Philip J Pierre highlighted support for seniors including home care, the Golden 80 Plus health package, dementia/Alzheimer’s training, housing help and pension increases. Access to Care: The Koudmen Sent Llisi programme held a health fair in Micoud offering free screenings, counselling and medical consultations. Public Health Screening: From Oct 1, primary care facilities will offer free eye screenings and reading glasses for people over 40 through a partnership with restoring vision. Water Safety Rules: Water truckers reselling water in Saint Lucia must now obtain a licence from NURC, with new regulations covering safety, liability insurance and road safety.