Hurricane Beryl and health readiness: Union Island faces devastation as the region braces for the 2026 hurricane season, with renewed calls for earlier warnings and disaster planning that protect lives and mental wellbeing. Climate finance for resilience: Prime Minister Godwin Friday met the Green Climate Fund to expand access to climate money, including a water security project plus priorities like agriculture, sustainable tourism, and the blue economy. Ecosystem restoration: The Global Environment Facility approved a US$6.1 million project to restore watersheds and degraded lands in St. Vincent, aiming to support livelihoods and climate resilience. Food security support: St. Vincent is advancing its Food Security Crisis Response Plan, while the Zero Hunger Trust Fund received seed donations to boost backyard gardening and small-scale production. Health misinformation pushback: The Ministry of Health dismissed WhatsApp rumors about Hantavirus, saying there are no suspected or confirmed cases and urging people to rely on official updates. Paediatric care access: World Paediatrics clinics at Milton Cato Memorial Hospital assessed children for scoliosis and completed spinal surgeries, supported by Tropical Shipping donations. Community health services: The Lions Club Kingstown-SVG and US “Sight For Life” are delivering free eye care screenings and referrals, with surgical scheduling at MCMH. Local environment cleanup: Housing Minister Andrew John and partners are tackling illegal dumping in South Windward to restore public spaces and strengthen enforcement.