AGP Executive Report
Last update: a day agoDengue update: The Cook Islands has officially regained dengue-free status, with Te Marae Ora confirming 26 days since the last positive case on 28 April 2026 and declaring the outbreak eliminated on 25 May after Operation Namu26 monitoring. Public health reminder: Even with the “dengue-free” label, officials and the tourism sector are urging households and businesses to keep up mosquito-breeding prevention to avoid complacency. Regional context: Tonga is still reporting dengue cases (66 total, with hospitalisations in Ha’apai and ’Eua), while other Pacific areas including Samoa and New Caledonia have also seen cases. Health system support: Australia has announced NZD 2.3 million in direct budget support for Cook Islands priorities, including visiting ENT surgical teams, mammogram and sleep apnoea programmes, clinical training, and expanded cervical cancer screening outreach to remote communities. Youth wellness via sport: The 2026 Rising Stars Championship has expanded to Aitutaki, with organisers promoting smoke-free, alcohol-free choices and healthy habits alongside netball, rugby and volleyball.
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