Ebola Preparedness Push: Opposition whip Marvin Gonzales is pressing Government to spell out its plan for Ebola protection as Antigua and Barbuda tighten border measures, including halting visa waivers for travellers from African nations and adding stricter travel-history disclosure. Healthcare Strain & Reform: Health Minister Michael Joseph warns of rising kidney disease, cancer and cardiac cases, citing costly overseas referrals and urging faster rollout of a cardiac unit and Cancer Care Centre. Autism Support Expansion: Joseph says autism appears more widespread than expected, with a new Cognitive Behaviour Centre planned to help families beyond early childhood. Pension & Food Security: The Antigua and Barbuda Pensioners Association is negotiating for a “livable pension” and food vouchers to ease inflation pressure on retirees. Vaping & Tobacco Warning: Medical professionals say vaping is not harmless, stressing nicotine and toxic exposures, especially for young people. Food Safety & Labs: Antigua’s Analytical Services Director joined a regional food safety meeting in Barbados to strengthen testing and laboratory systems. Public Health Alert: Meteorological services warns of Saharan dust worsening air quality, urging reduced outdoor activity for people with asthma. Community & Care: Calvin Ayre Foundation, MBS and CalvinAir coordinated urgent overseas cardiac transfers for two patients. Road Safety & Tragedy: Police report a sudden death of 75-year-old Carl Noel Lashley on Lower All Saints Road, while a motorcycle officer remains hospitalized after a collision with a car.