Major Health Milestone: Dominica has completed its first brain tumour surgery, with Health Minister Cassani Laville calling it a significant step forward for local care. Regional Lab Readiness: CARPHA trained 18 people from 15 member states in IATA infectious substances transport, strengthening how specimens move safely for faster public health response. Public Health & Weather: The Ministry of Health released the June–August 2026 Health-Climatic Bulletin, warning of warmer-than-average days, flash flooding risks, and higher chances of waterborne and mosquito-borne illnesses like dengue and leptospirosis. Hurricane Season Preparedness: As the 2026 Atlantic season began, PM Skerrit said shelters were inspected, supplies reviewed, and agencies coordinated through NEPO to protect families and businesses. Wellness Tourism Push: Discover Dominica Authority launched the 2026 Tourism Awareness Program under “Wellness by Nature,” including a panel on wellness tourism’s community benefits and a wellness fair plus tourism service awards. Health Policy Watch: PAHO says taxes on alcohol and sugary drinks across the Americas remain too low to curb consumption and prevent NCDs. Citizenship by Investment Change: PM Skerrit announced new CBI applicants must visit Dominica in person and spend time in the country to collect renewed passports. Governance & Access: CARPHA and tourism updates also come alongside wider travel and visa pressure stories affecting regional movement and investment.