AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoDengue Update (Cook Islands): The Ministry of Health says the Cook Islands has officially regained dengue-free status after 26 days without a recorded case, with the last positive test on 28 April 2026 and monitoring continuing after Operation Namu26 was stood down on 24 April. Public Health Reminder: Even with the “dengue-free” declaration, officials and tourism leaders warn against complacency and urge households and businesses to keep up mosquito-breeding prevention. Regional Health Watch: While the Cooks are clear, dengue is still active elsewhere in the Pacific, including Tonga (66 cases reported, no deaths), plus recent cases in New Caledonia, Samoa and Futuna. Youth Mental Health & Climate: WHO’s Pacific chief links rising youth mental health pressures to climate stress and online harms, urging governments to treat physical activity and mental wellbeing together. Health System Accountability (NZ): A coroner’s report criticises Health NZ for “systematic failings” tied to the neglect death of Norman Lee, highlighting gaps in care and reporting. Care Access (NZ): Counties Manukau diabetes dietitian wait times improved after service changes, but demand is rising again as staffing turnover affects capacity. Health Tech Support (Samoa): India says it has delivered a haemodialysis machine with a portable RO unit to Samoa, fulfilling a FIPIC-III commitment. Sport & Wellness (Aitutaki): Aitutaki joins the Rising Stars Championship for netball, rugby and volleyball, with organisers promoting smoke-free, alcohol-free and healthier habits for tamariki.
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