Dengue Watch: Hawaiʻi DOH says a wastewater sample from Hilo tested positive for dengue virus, with a follow-up sample pending and no active cases currently tracked—an early warning that can prompt more monitoring. Local Health Funding: Congresswoman Uifa’atali Amata announced the American Samoa Department of Health received a CDC preventive health block grant for one year (about $87,718) to strengthen public health infrastructure and workforce. Youth Online Safety: A landmark $17.1B multistate settlement with Meta requires new protections for children on Instagram and Facebook, including daily usage limits and nighttime access blocks; American Samoa is listed among participating jurisdictions. Community Prevention Through STEAM: The Foeoletini Foundation’s PITA Jr. Summer Bootcamp wrapped up after three weeks of STEAM learning for ages 10–12, supported in part by ASDOH Behavioral Health. Health & Safety Alerts: DSAR-Fire Department urged residents and businesses to be extra vigilant after two major fires in Nuʻuuli, reminding people to watch cooking, check smoke alarms, and reduce fire hazards around homes and buildings. Health Leadership Loss: The territory mourns Dr. Iotamo Saleapaga, longtime LBJ Tropical Medical Center doctor and a pioneer in U.S.-certified medical training for American Samoa. Policy & Preparedness: NWS warns a strengthening El Niño could raise heat, water stress, tropical cyclone risk, and coral bleaching—urging residents to conserve water, stay hydrated, and prepare disaster kits.