AGP Executive Report
Last update: 2 hours agoPublic Health Alert: Guam’s flu season is winding down, but DPHSS is urging residents to stay proactive against viral respiratory illnesses like influenza, COVID-19, and RSV, with flu cases peaking earlier and school-age kids (5–19) making up the biggest share. Local Health Systems: Expect delays and longer wait times at Guam Community Health Centers as staff transition to a new electronic health record system, with go-live projected for September. Mental Health Training: UOG’s Farmer Focus is offering a free Mental Health First Aid course on June 6 for farmers and farm workers, teaching how to recognize and respond to mental health and substance use challenges. Hospital Update: GMHA is answering a lawsuit from the estate of Marylee Palomares, who died after an alleged fall at Guam Memorial Hospital, while GMHA also moves forward with emergency generator upgrades to strengthen disaster readiness. Health Costs & Access: Guam Fire Department proposes steep ambulance fee increases plus a new per-mile charge, with public town halls ahead of final review. Caregiving Shortage: Guam is short 70 foster homes for 693 children in the system, as officials push recruitment during Foster Care Month. Hospital Project Legal Win: Guam Supreme Court ruled the AG can’t use procurement law to block the governor’s federally funded Mangilao hospital plan.
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