A&E Pressure at UHWI: The University Hospital of the West Indies says population growth is driving overcrowding at its Accident and Emergency Department, with longer waits expected—especially for less urgent cases—while it works to speed patient flow through admission and discharge. 9/11 Health Fallout: Northwell Health marks 25 years since Sept. 11 by warning that cancer risks remain elevated for people in the World Trade Center Health Program, urging eligible patients to use ongoing monitoring and care. Senior Wellness Push: Labour Minister Pearnel Charles Jr encouraged older Jamaicans to stay active and connected at the Park Walker and Ageing Fair, highlighting services and programmes available through the National Council for Senior Citizens and the Ministry of Health and Wellness. Food Security Focus: Local and international experts are meeting in St. Ann for the 10th International Food Security and Sovereignty Conference, aiming to strengthen Jamaica’s food systems against climate-driven shocks. School Nutrition Concern: A new call for tougher scrutiny of ultra-processed food marketing around schools follows warnings that advertising and sponsorships can undermine healthier school environments. Disaster Recovery Oversight: Jamaicans for Justice is urging NaRRA to prioritise western Jamaica’s Hurricane Melissa recovery, questioning repair plans for facilities like Spanish Town Hospital and pushing for safer, properly resourced learning options. Praedial Larceny Crackdown: Agriculture officials are urging farmers and buyers to work together to disrupt stolen produce and livestock networks, warning the country loses billions annually to agricultural theft. Prostate Screening Access: Windsor Wellness and Biovanta Labs have launched Jamaica’s first at-home prostate screening kit, aiming to make early detection easier for men. Tourism Resilience: Jamaica reports 2.34 million visitors and about US$2.5 billion in earnings through August 31, despite operating at roughly 70% of pre-Hurricane Melissa room capacity. IP Support for Entrepreneurs: WIPO and JIPO launched a scaled-up Intellectual Property Management Clinic to help businesses protect and commercialise ideas, with 67 firms applying for the programme.