AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoRheumatic Heart Disease Medication Shortage: American Samoa children with rheumatic heart disease are missing daily oral penicillin doses, with doctors warning relapses can lead to valve damage, stroke, lifelong disability, or death. Cancer & Disease Prevention Funding: Congresswoman Uifa’atali Amata says the territory’s Department of Health will receive over $1.33 million in CDC grants for cancer prevention and control, plus vaccine and preventable disease programs. Mental Health Policy Push: Gov. Josh Green’s Western Governors’ Association chair role will spotlight “Health Beyond Healthcare,” with a December meeting on Oahu that includes American Samoa representatives. Community Care Support: Rotary Club of Pago Pago delivered 15 hospital beds to Hope House, boosting care for elderly and disabled residents. Food Security Help: The American Samoa Community Food Bank thanked a ship donation of unopened frozen food, including support during recent fires. Fitness & Wellness Events: SPW Fitness reported strong turnout for the 3rd Annual American Samoa Marathon & Half Marathon under the MASHA campaign. Local Health Access via Transport: Pacific Air Charters says commuter operations may begin later in 2026, pending approvals for routes to Manu’a. Sports Development: Strongman Samoa is building pathways for young athletes after a Pacific Strongest competition in Samoa.
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