AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoHealthcare Access: Rep. Amata is promoting a plan to train LBJ surgeons in prostate procedures now sent overseas. Forty patients were referred to New Zealand in 2026, with travel costs topping $400,000; supporters estimate local treatment could save Medicaid about $800,000. Caregiver Support: Community listening sessions will gather families’ concerns about delayed Medicaid-funded home care and respite services, held up by funding and administrative challenges. Drinking Water: The AS-EPA Water Laboratory earned U.S. EPA certification to test drinking water through 2029, covering samples from utility lines, village systems and water vendors. Community Health: A free dog spay-and-neuter outreach clinic will visit 19 villages from Oct. 18 to Nov. 19. Appointments are required; call 699-9445. Nurse Support: A fundraising campaign is helping LBJ nurse Van Lorenzo, who is receiving medical treatment off-island.
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