The flu is notoriously unpredictable, so it's impossible to say precisely what's going to happen. That said, there are signs that the flu's hiatus is ending, and not only does it look like the flu could be back for the first time in three years, there are indications they could be a bad flu season. (Rob Stein of National Public Radio)
Research is underway in the United States to develop a simple blood test that could screen for multiple forms of cancer at once.
The destruction of the coral reefs on the West Coat of Barbados is still a concern.
Trafficing is still an issue in Barbados and they need to do more on that regard.