AGP Executive Report
Last update: an hour agoMental Health & Safety on Guam’s Radar: Families and lawmakers are raising alarms about a worsening mental health crisis aboard the USS Abraham Lincoln, with reports of multiple attempted jump-overboard incidents during a record-length deployment near the Middle East. Local Healthcare Workforce: The University of Guam opened its $9 million Margaret Perez Hattori-Uchima School of Health Nursing Hub, designed to expand nursing training capacity and boost hands-on simulation for Guam’s next nurses. Population Health Research: Guma’ Tinemtom at UOG continues building the Guam National Health Interview Survey, aiming to reach 500 households to guide future health programs. Substance Use & ER Trends: The CDC reports a sharp rise in emergency visits tied to cannabis hyperemesis syndrome after a new diagnosis code took effect in late 2025. Community Wellness for Seniors: UOG Land Grant and partners launched Bingocize at the Yona/Talo’fo’fo Senior Center, pairing bingo with exercise and health education for adults 60+. Prevention & Access: A free farmer health checkup and follow-up seminars in multiple villages will cover screenings and topics like mental well-being, falls prevention, substance abuse prevention, and nutrition.
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