Hospital Strike: Louis-Constant Fleming Hospital staff on the French side began a strike on June 5, saying they face poor working conditions, a lack of materials, and unstable management. Union representatives point to repeated leadership changes that keep staff “going back to the beginning” on grievances, with no progress. Management Turmoil: Staff cite the absence of a permanent director and note that a prior director was removed by the regional health agency ARS after racist social media comments, while another interim director’s vacation left the hospital in “total chaos.” Local Health & Wellness Watch: With negotiations still pending, the strike raises immediate concerns for care continuity on Saint Barthélemy. Island Scandal (Non-health): A separate report digs into alleged drug smuggling and behind-closed-doors sexual and social drama tied to the island’s celebrity reputation, but it’s not directly tied to health services.