Dementia session for caregivers in Micronesia to discuss end of life decision making
Tomorrow, caregivers of individuals with dementia in Guam as well as Micronesia will have the chance to learn more about how they may aid their loved ones, especially with decisions that need to be made, at a training session that will take place in both locations. The Geriatrics Workforce Enhancement...
Read moreBreast cancer disparities in Native Hawaiians and Pacific Islanders masked in larger ‘Asian American’ group
Studies of initial-stage breast cancer consequences often conclude that Asian Americans & Pacific Islanders fare well than non-Hispanic whites. However, the term “Asian American and Pacific Islanders” is a broad one that includes individuals with diverse ancestries, including those who are of East Asian, South Asian, Southeast Asian, and...
Read moreI Hagan Famalåo’an Guåhan and others donate to Chuuk Regional Hospital Maternity Ward
I Hagan Famalåo’an Guåhan collected numerous donations from associates, further administrations, and the public to contribute to the Chuuk Regional Hospital for Maternity Ward. This was encouraged by our friend Christina Stinnet, who is also known as KiKi, former president of Chuuk Women’s Council & was led by our fellow...
Read moreFederated States of Micronesia Health and Social Affairs Secretary and WHO Goodwill Ambassador for Leprosy Elimination met at the margins of the World Health Assembly in Geneva
Mr. Marcus Samo, Secretary of Health and Social Services, met with Mr. Yohei Sasakawa, Chairman of the Sasakawa Health Foundation, during his trip to Geneva for the 75th World Health Assembly (WHA75). This meeting is significant because it follows Mr. Sasakawa’s continuing efforts to combat leprosy throughout Japan. Sasakawa’s humanitarian...
Read moreThe Covid-free Pacific islands looking to rejoin the world
The Federated States of Micronesia (FSM) and the Marshall Islands, neither of which have had Covid-19 public cases, are planning to re-open their borders. The FSM has declared the plan to open its boundaries without quarantine beginning from August 1. For the time being, the Marshall Islands has steadily decreased its...
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