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Maternal Health Boost: JABSOM researcher Claire Kendal-Wright is partnering with LBJ Tropical Medical Center to strengthen maternal-fetal care in American Samoa using a U.S. Department of the Interior grant, including sonography training, telehealth, and better access to specialists for high-risk pregnancies. Food Assistance Upgrade: DHSS has launched the American Samoa Nutrition Assistance Program (ASNAP) Electronic Benefit Transfer (EBT) system, modernizing support for families facing food insecurity. Summer Nutrition Support: Summer EBT (SUN Bucks) is set to roll out for eligible public school students, with benefits increased to $180 per student for June–August. Special Health Needs Funding: Congresswoman Uifa’atali Amata highlighted a $96,750 HRSA grant to improve coordination and communication for children and youth with special health care needs. Health Center Continuation Grant: Another HRSA Health Center Program award of $3.25M will keep front-line primary and preventive services running across the territory. Senior Well-Being: The Territorial Administration on Aging marked Senior Citizens Day, with leaders urging continued focus on health and support for elders. Deep-Sea Mining Watch: Amata renewed her call for a moratorium near American Samoa, citing unresolved science and risks to fish stocks and food security. Safety & Care Access: FEMA’s National Emergency Management Basic Academy is being hosted in American Samoa to strengthen preparedness and resilience. Local Violence Cases: Police reported domestic assault arrests, including alleged assaults involving victims holding infants and other incidents tied to domestic disputes.

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