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Last update: 11 hours agoHealth Survey: The Lupus Foundation of Dominica is set to launch a survey to find out how many people in the country are living with lupus, saying they don’t yet have a clear picture of the local burden. Climate Pressure: A new World Meteorological Organization report warns the Caribbean is facing faster sea-level rise, stronger hurricanes, and harsher swings between drought and flooding—stress that can hit public health and food and water security. Cuba-US Tensions: Cuba’s ambassador to Dominica rejected a US$100 million US humanitarian offer, urging Washington to lift the long-standing trade embargo instead. Disaster Recovery: After the April 26 severe weather, Dominica’s Salybia response continues with work focused on clearing access roads, assessing damage, and supporting vulnerable households. Tourism Momentum: Dominica also reported a 10% rise in stayover arrivals in the first quarter of 2026, building on strong 2025 growth. Public Health Tech: CARPHA says Molbio rapid testing platforms have been installed across 10 countries, including Dominica, to speed up detection of infectious threats.
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