Public Health Funding: The CDC is awarding American Samoa DOH a $493,002 grant to strengthen epidemiology, lab capacity, and infectious disease surveillance through 2029. Infectious Disease Readiness: The same CDC support focuses on better disease detection and public health data collection and analysis. Food & Medication Safety: DOH says travelers from Samoa can bring only 10 total food units for personal use, and must declare properly labeled medications; over-limit items will be confiscated. Health Compliance Rules: DOH explains why some businesses reopen after health violations—permits can return once corrective actions are completed and a follow-up inspection clears the site. Community Health & Prevention: Far North Mayor Moko Tepania urges retailers to stop selling meth pipes, citing high meth use found in wastewater testing. Environmental & Health Concerns: Fresh opposition grows as the U.S. moves toward deep-sea mining leases near American Samoa, with warnings about radioactive materials and lasting ocean harm. Youth Mental Health: DOH behavioral health staff attended a pediatric behavioral summit in Las Vegas to support children and adolescents’ mental and behavioral care. Early Childhood Support: HHS also announced $5.5 million for American Samoa’s Head Start program for children under 5. Local Emergency Services: Firefighters responded to a fire behind Pago Pago Elementary School, and the Fagatogo Fire Station has reopened after DOH inspection issues were addressed. Wellness Tips: A local guide shares first-aid basics for common dog injuries, urging prompt vet assessment. Community Events: “Stand with the Moana” drew nearly 80 community members to oppose proposed deep-sea mining leases through a peaceful shoreline demonstration.