AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoSexual Health: The Cook Islands briefed a UN committee on progress and remaining gaps, keeping access to sexual health services in focus. Emergency Readiness: Te Marae Ora’s KukiMAT is building capacity to deploy trained health staff and supplies quickly to Rarotonga and the Pa Enua, with WHO and New Zealand support. Healthy Schools: A mandatory policy takes effect in 2027, setting nutrition standards and banning unhealthy canteen foods to help tackle non-communicable diseases among children. Cervical Cancer Screening: The Cook Islands has reached the WHO target of screening 70% of women. New equipment at Rarotonga Hospital is expected to improve diagnosis and reduce waiting times, while officials stress the need to sustain coverage.
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