Nursing Workforce Boost: The University of Guam opened its new $9M Margaret Perez Hattori-Uchima School of Health Nursing Hub, adding 11 simulation beds and advanced VR training to help address Guam’s nursing shortage. Mental Health at Sea: Reports of sailors attempting to jump overboard aboard the USS Abraham Lincoln are fueling a growing mental health crisis narrative tied to an extended deployment off Iran, with families pressing Navy leaders and the Navy denying an increase in suicide attempts. Local Health Research: UOG’s Guma’ Tinemtom continues Guam National Health Interview Survey outreach, aiming to reach 500 households to guide future population health programs. Substance Use ER Trend: The CDC reports a sharp rise in emergency visits for cannabis hyperemesis syndrome after a new diagnosis code took effect in late 2025, with the biggest increases among younger people and women. Wellness for Seniors: UOG Land Grant launched Bingocize with Guam health partners, offering twice-weekly exercise and health education for seniors at the Yona/Talo’fo’fo Senior Center. Community Health Access: A free Farmer Focus health checkup and seminars will bring screenings and talks on mental well-being, falls/injury prevention, substance abuse prevention, and financial sustainability to multiple villages. Guam Education Oversight: GDOE says a Simon Sanchez High School campus won’t be inspected until Aug. 21, after early school-day facility issues raised concerns about repairs and sanitation readiness. Policy & Funding Watch: Lawmakers debated Guam’s revised budget, including questions about executive control of GDOE finances, as the territory works through FY27 funding changes.