WHO School Health Survey: Montserrat’s Ministry of Health and Social Services is partnering with the Ministry of Education and PAHO to run the WHO Global School Health Survey among students at Montserrat Secondary School in October, updating the island’s 2008 snapshot on health, behaviours and wellbeing to guide future youth health planning. Nutrition & Weight Loss: A local wellness piece argues that carbs aren’t automatically “bad,” but the type, preparation and portion size matter—especially when multiple carb-heavy foods stack up on one plate. Visceral Fat & Exercise Limits: Another health feature says regular exercise helps reduce harmful abdominal fat, but it may not fully shift visceral fat for women dealing with perimenopause, poor sleep and chronic stress. Financial Empowerment: Financial Information Month 2026 kicks off with radio programmes, children’s activities and a youth public speaking competition, plus a crossword contest with cash prizes tied to weekly puzzle submissions. Cost of Living Coping: Government messaging urges residents to use practical “belt-tightening” as global shocks push up prices, with limited room for relief. Health & Education Capacity Building: OECS training for services-sector stakeholders is set to include Montserrat via a virtual session, supporting regional policy and negotiating skills.