AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoMedicaid & long-term care: Guam DPHSS extended public comment on its Section 1915(c) Home and Community-Based Services Waiver, “Kumunidåt Diniseha: Community of Hope,” through July 31 after Super Typhoon Bavi impacts, aiming to shift eligible residents from institutions to home and community supports. Food security after Bavi: SNAP recipients will see a 30% automated benefit replacement after 7 p.m. Friday, approved by USDA due to typhoon-related food spoilage and flooding. Public health alert: CDC declared the multistate Salmonella outbreak linked to imported moringa leaf powder over July 22, after 131 illnesses and 36 hospitalizations across 38 states; officials warn some recalled bottles may still be in homes. Local healthcare access: Guam Regional Medical City marks 11 years with a free Steel Strong, Heart Driven Health Fair July 25 (screenings, education, games, and immunization updates). Digital health infrastructure: Adelup says Guam signed agreements with GTA and IT&E to bring broadband to about 1,340 homes and 175 community anchor institutions, including healthcare facilities, under the federal BEAD program. Caregiver support: Your Well First and GECCA host a caregiver wellness workshop series focused on stress, resilience, and burnout prevention.
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