Dengue Alert: Dengue activity is rising across the Pacific, with outbreaks reported in American Samoa, Kiribati, New Caledonia, Samoa, Tonga and Tuvalu; from 1 Jan–11 Jun 2026 there were 3,500+ confirmed cases, 156 hospitalisations and 3 deaths, and health services may face heavy pressure. Health Cooperation: India’s High Commissioner to Fiji met Kiribati’s Health Minister to discuss deeper healthcare ties, including support for high-quality and affordable drugs, dialysis machines and a sea ambulance, plus capacity building. Digital Safety for Health: Kiribati’s Minister for women, youth, sport and social affairs warned that fast digital change is reshaping community life, with misinformation and online manipulation posing risks for young people, elders and public safety. Regional Health Link to Drugs: Pacific leaders say transnational drug trafficking is becoming a regional health and social crisis, warning that illicit drugs can spread harm across borders and strain public health systems. Workforce Strain: A new report says labour shortages and out-migration are making it harder to staff and maintain schools and medical facilities in Micronesia, raising concerns for service continuity.