AGP Executive Report
Last update: 2 hours agoGuam Health Update: The flu season on Guam is winding down, but the Department of Public Health and Social Services is urging residents to keep up proactive steps against viral respiratory illnesses like influenza, COVID-19, and RSV, noting flu cases peaked earlier and school-age children were the biggest share of infections. Clinic Operations: Guam Community Health Centers are warning patients to expect delays and longer wait times during a transition to a new electronic health record system, with the system projected to go live in September. Emergency Care Costs: The Guam Fire Department is proposing steep ambulance fee increases—plus a new per-mile charge—after nearly 20 years without major updates, with public town halls scheduled before senators review the final plan. Hospital Oversight: Guam Memorial Hospital Authority is responding to a lawsuit from the estate of Marylee Palomares, who died after an alleged fall during a transfer for dialysis-related care. Mental Health Training: UOG Land Grant’s Farmer Focus program is offering a free Mental Health First Aid training on June 6 for farmers and farm workers to learn early recognition and response to mental health and substance use challenges. Disaster Response & Access: After Super Typhoon Sinlaku, Guam’s commercial supply chain has rebounded to full operational capacity, though perishable grocery logistics and fuel distribution still face lingering hurdles.
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