AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoClinic Access: Rove Clinic has a safer boundary, improved waiting area and better surroundings after upgrades supported by the Solomon Islands–Australia Health Partnership. Community Care: A free clinic in eastern Honiara recorded 272 patient visits; about one in four patients had high blood pressure, and clinicians urged regular medication and monitoring. Emergency Services: St John Ambulance says demand is outpacing support: pregnancy-related callouts have risen 38%, averaging two cases a day, while the Ministry funds just one ambulance. Honiara Water: Three reservoirs and more than 10 kilometres of trunk mains add 8.5 million litres of storage, strengthening supply for over 105,000 residents. Health Workforce: Six National Referral Hospital staff are undertaking specialist training in China, including in minimally invasive surgery, anaesthesia and nursing. Provincial Hospitals: Lata Hospital has only two doctors against a need for at least four, alongside shortages of nurses, medicines and supplies. Children’s Health: Nearly 20 health workers trained in basic ear care, enabling more children with hearing problems to receive treatment at local clinics.
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