Public Health Emergency: HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. declared a Public Health Emergency for Guam and the CNMI after Super Typhoon Bavi, enabling faster federal healthcare flexibilities (including CMS emergency waivers and Section 1135 options) to keep Medicare/Medicaid care running and support medical staffing and patient transfers. Disaster Recovery & Power: Nearly 4,000 CUC customers on Saipan remain without electricity as crews re-energize Bavi-damaged laterals, with new transformer and conductor shipments arriving and restoration expected to continue in phases. Rota Health & Utilities: Rota faces months of recovery after Bavi damaged more than half the island’s structures; officials warn electricity could take up to three months, while water repairs continue and a boil-water notice remains in effect. Retiree Health Costs at Risk: A Department of Finance notice says the July 31, 2026 25% NMISF benefit payment may be suspended without legislative action on House Bill 24-84 by July 20, with a July 28 certification/transfer deadline; retirees may need to pay health/life insurance and loan obligations directly through GHLI or NMIRF. Mentorship for Local Doctors: JABSOM students and alumni in Guam and the CNMI are mentoring future physicians through Chålan Åmte, aiming to strengthen the regional healthcare workforce. Maternal Backup Power: MCCA launched a Solar Generator Loaner Program on Tinian for mothers and expecting mothers to reduce harm from power disruptions—supporting refrigeration for medicine, formula, lighting, and communication.