Weather & Health: The Dominican Institute of Meteorology says this Sunday will be mostly sunny but hazy from Saharan dust, with only a few isolated showers in provinces including La Altagracia, El Seibo, Hato Mayor, La Vega, Monseñor Nouel and Santiago Rodríguez; Indomet urges people to drink plenty of fluids, avoid prolonged sun exposure, and take extra care if they’re sensitive to dust. Hurricane Season Prep: With the June–November hurricane season underway, officials warn families not to ignore alerts, not to skip home checks (roofs, windows, drainage), and to have an emergency plan and supplies ready before storms hit. Care for Children: The National Health Service (SNS) says it has started coordinating support for Dayron after a viral request for help, including follow-up with the mother and access to pediatric ICU beds in Santo Domingo and Santiago if needed. Menstrual Health in Schools: UNICEF reports that over 20% of Dominican women interrupt daily activities during menstruation and calls for better access to water, private toilets, hygiene products, and education to reduce stigma and school absenteeism. Health Cooperation: The Dominican Republic and Brazil signed a health cooperation accord at the World Health Assembly to strengthen systems through South-South technical exchange. Nutrition Spotlight: A local health note highlights sweet potato as a vitamin A–rich food, emphasizing that baking can improve absorption of its beneficial compounds. Public Health Funding: President Abinader says he donated his entire 2025 salary to 16 non-profits, including projects tied to healthcare and disease prevention campaigns. Food Safety Concern: An investigation alleges food bought with U.S. SNAP benefits and from food pantries is shipped to Santo Domingo and resold, raising questions about oversight in cross-border food supply chains.