Health Data Reform: Solomon Islands’ Ministry of Health and Medical Services has started a national review of health indicators and reporting forms to cut “reporting clutter,” after findings showed heavy data-entry burdens across hundreds of dashboards and inconsistent, late submissions. Maternal Health Access: The Naha Birthing and Urban Health Centre in Honiara will expand to full 24/7 operations from 6 October, with continuous outpatient and low-risk delivery services, while high-risk cases continue to be referred to the National Referral Hospital. Heart Health Push: Health officials and partners marked World Heart Day with a focus on preventing rheumatic heart disease, urging early recognition and treatment of sore throats and other warning symptoms. Flu Alert: The MHMS is urging the public to stay vigilant as influenza-like illness cases rise across multiple provinces, with influenza A detected in earlier lab testing. Pandemic Readiness Funding: Solomon Islands called for predictable, multi-year international financing for pandemic prevention and preparedness, citing climate-related health risks and recent emergency response testing. Non-Emergency Care Guidance: Residents are being urged to use nearby Honiara City Council clinics for common illnesses to reduce pressure on NRH’s emergency department.