AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 minutes agoMental Health & Disaster Recovery: Three years after the Aug. 8, 2023 Lahaina wildfire, survivors say recovery is a mix of rebuilding and ongoing grief, with researchers flagging declining social support as a key concern and urging care that meets people where they are. Pacific Health Leadership: The Pasifika Medical Association (PMA) marked its 30th anniversary in Auckland, honouring 13 Pacific health leaders and advocates, with Tonga’s Crown Princess Sinaitakala Tuku’aho attending the awards. Tonga Returnee Support: Tonga launched its first National Returnees Reintegration Policy (2026–2030) to help deported returnees reconnect with family, find housing and work, access healthcare, and reduce reoffending—addressing stigma and mental health struggles. Workplace Health & Rights (PALM): A new Australia Institute poll highlights concerns for Pacific workers on the PALM scheme, including low pay after deductions, overcrowded housing, and calls for job-change rights and Medicare access. Public Health (Scabies): A New Zealand-focused report warns scabies is far more than an itchy rash, linking it to skin infections and serious complications—pointing to the need to treat it as a public health priority, including in Tonga. Infectious Disease Watch: Health officials report a first locally spread dengue case in Virginia, stressing mosquito transmission and low overall risk while monitoring for further spread.
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