Dengue Alert for Samoa Visitors: Smartraveller has updated travel advice for Australians heading to Samoa amid a dengue outbreak across the Pacific, urging people to use insect repellent, wear protective clothing, and keep vaccinations up to date; SafeTravel NZ reported thousands of cases region-wide earlier this year, with some hospitalisations and deaths. Child Support Rollout: Samoa has launched its Child Well-Being Benefit Program, offering birth and monthly payments for eligible children up to 35 months, tied to health milestones and immunisation checks, with the Ministry of Health flagged as a key partner. Drug-Free Samoa Action: The Drug-Free Samoa initiative moved from planning to action with a national working group meeting, bringing together family and justice leaders plus health, education, and police to coordinate prevention and support for children and families. Hospital Disruption: After an island-wide blackout, Moto’otua Hospital reported air conditioning and elevator problems, affecting patient access and comfort. Community Health Focus: Health leaders are also gathering in Apia for a precision medicine symposium aimed at making new treatments more equitable for Indigenous and Pacific communities. Sports Safety & Investigations: Police are investigating a rugby league player death after a match incident at Vaiala, asking for any video footage to support the inquiry.