AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoDengue Update: The Cook Islands has been declared dengue-free after 26 days without a recorded case, with the last positive case logged on 28 April 2026 and monitoring continuing after Operation Namu26 was stood down on 24 April. Public Health Watch: While the Cooks are dengue-free, Tonga is still reporting cases (66 total), with hospitalisations in Ha’apai and ‘Eua, and other Pacific areas including Samoa and New Caledonia also seeing activity—health leaders are urging no complacency on mosquito breeding. Health Funding: Australia announced NZD 2.3 million in direct budget support for Cook Islands health and services, including visiting ENT surgical teams, mammogram and sleep apnoea programmes, expanded cervical cancer screening outreach, and clinical training support. Road Safety & Health: Cook Islands Police are stepping up traffic enforcement after drunk driving made up 43% of May arrests so far, following a hit-and-run where a suspect was taken to hospital for a blood test. Youth Sport & Wellness: CISNOC is hosting a community evening to connect athletes, scholarships, and anti-doping support, while Rising Stars sport events in Aitutaki promote smoke-free, alcohol-free healthy habits.
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