GBN News 24th June 2026

Cancer has been Grenada's leading cause of death for five consecutive years, claiming over 200 deaths annually between 2019-2023, surpassing heart disease and diabetes. Health experts attribute this trend to poor diet quality and increasing consumption of ultra-processed foods, with the Grenada Landmark Diet Study finding an average diet quality score of only 56 out of 100. The study recommends improved access to healthy foods, reduced dependence on processed products, stronger local food systems, and routine monitoring of dietary habits to guide public health policy.