Child Health & Safety: A 9-year-old boy battered at Kingstown Preparatory School has already had two brain surgeries in eight months, including treatment for meningitis after a craniotomy at Milton Cato Memorial Hospital, and is now facing a second surgery (cranioplasty) that may disrupt his return to school and exams. Public Health & Caregiving: The St. Vincent and the Grenadines Alzheimer’s Disease and Dementia Association (SVGADDA) will host a caregivers workshop on July 22, training paid and family caregivers and healthcare staff on dementia basics, medical management, and practical daily-care strategies. HIV & Viral Hepatitis Prevention: CARICOM and PAHO are pushing to end mother-to-child transmission of HIV, syphilis, and hepatitis B by strengthening detection and monitoring of pregnant women, exposed infants, and lab and surveillance systems. Wellness in the Region: OECS invites residents to join a Fun Walk on June 18 at 5:00 p.m. starting at the Ministry of Health Headquarters in Kingstown, as part of OECS’ 45th anniversary activities. Sports & Youth Development: Playaz Youth Academy sets its 2026 summer camp for July 27–Aug 7, with basketball plus mentorship and life-skills sessions that have included STD awareness and conflict-resolution support. Festival Safety: Ahead of Vincy Mas 2026, police and partners announce stricter security measures, including a no-glass-bottle policy around Kingstown and a hard line against “6ixx and 7even” violence. Diplomacy & Health Collaboration: SVG marked 34 years of ties with Cuba in Havana, highlighting Cuba’s training of Vincentian professionals and medical support such as doctors and health projects.