AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoBack-to-school health: DPHSS is setting up a free Back-to-School Immunization Outreach Clinic at Micronesia Mall (July 10, 10 a.m.–1 p.m.) for uninsured children ages 4–18 and those covered by Medicaid or MIP, with routine childhood vaccines and required paperwork. Food security for kids: Guam’s 2026 Summer EBT plan has federal approval, with $6.54M awarded and a one-time $180 grocery benefit per eligible child (monthly benefit set at $60). Access to care changes: Guam Regional Medical City will stop accepting TakeCare Insurance effective Sept. 9, meaning TakeCare members will be treated as self-pay at GRMC. Oral health focus: HDS Foundation highlights its oral health prevention mission, linking routine dental care to whole-body health and systemic disease risk. Community mental health: A soccer camp in honor of Aidan Dickson used team activities and open discussion to teach kids about mental health and check-ins. Local public health & policy: The U.S. House appropriations committee flagged special education service gaps in Guam, directing a federal review and briefing to Congress. Summer wellness support: McDonald’s of Guam’s golf tournament raised funds for Ronald McDonald House, supporting families facing serious child illnesses.
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