Elder Care & Abuse: Alzheimer Foundation Aruba (FAA) is pushing back hard on public health minister comments that abuse “has always happened,” warning that normalizing elder abuse undermines dignity and human rights and calling for stronger laws and protocols. Cancer Screening: Minister Wyatt-Ras met Fundacion ABO to discuss expanding Aruba’s preventive cancer screening work—moving from BOB to a broader structure covering breast, cervical, and colorectal screening, with emphasis on secure data exchange. Healthcare Quality: Aruba Public Health Inspectorate’s IVA 2026 conference (now fully booked) focuses on healthcare safety and risk management, with sessions on disruption management and system resilience. Public Health & Community: Cuida Aruba’s National Waste Drop-Off Day returns Saturday, Aug. 29 with six drop-off points (including near San Nicolas Medical Center) to improve efficiency and reduce delays. Energy Security: Aruba’s RECIP-3 expansion hands over new generation capacity—36 MW from two Wärtsilä engines—to help meet rising demand and reduce power shortage risk. Hydration & Sports: A practical Aruba-focused hydration guide highlights how dehydration can quickly hurt performance and recovery, especially in heat and humidity. Disaster Readiness: Aruba’s Ambulance Service outlines disaster training and capacity limits, noting earthquake response is especially challenging due to collapsed buildings and trapped people.