Eye Health Alert: Saharan dust is driving more itchy, swollen, watery eyes across Trinidad and Tobago, with children among the most affected—ophthalmologists are urging parents to protect vision during the haze. Public Health Systems: Health Minister Dr Lackram Bodoe praised CARPHA’s rapid response and fast information sharing during global threats like Ebola and Hantavirus, highlighting how timely updates strengthen regional readiness. Tobago Hospital Update: A Tobago man is in serious condition at Scarborough General Hospital after a police-involved shooting left him losing a kidney and suffering damage to his intestines and liver; investigators are questioning a police officer. Violence & Safety: In Trinidad, a 58-year-old man was lured outside his home and stabbed repeatedly by a group; he’s recovering at San Fernando General Hospital while police pursue suspects. Policy & Wellness: The CSO is developing Trinidad and Tobago’s first National Multidimensional Poverty Index to better capture health, housing, education, and access to essential services. Men’s Mental Health: CariMAN’s Marlon Bascombe discusses challenges facing men and boys—crime, violence, fatherhood, emotional wellbeing, and mentorship—as T&T marks Men’s Mental Health Awareness Month. Local Governance & Health: Parliament is set to debate the Finance Bill 2026 and extend the State of Emergency, with a major supplemental budget allocation also on the agenda.