Pacific Medical Support: Indonesia’s Navy has sent a hospital ship on a 60-day mission to Vanuatu, Fiji, the Solomon Islands and Papua New Guinea, offering free medical services while strengthening ties. Flu Alert: Solomon Islands’ Ministry of Health and Medical Services is monitoring a rise in influenza-like illness in Honiara and Western Province; lab testing in August found Influenza A in most samples, with more tests pending, and the public is urged to wash hands, cover coughs, avoid close contact when sick, rest, and seek care if symptoms worsen. Disaster Readiness Supplies: The government received 100 tents and solar light units from China’s emergency supplies reserve to boost disaster preparedness and response, with handover held at the National Disaster Management Office. Health Cooperation: MHMS led a delegation to New Delhi to advance health and medical care cooperation with India, including recognition of the Indian Pharmacopoeia. WASH for Schools: A new WASH facility was handed over for Gifu Primary School in Guadalcanal to improve sanitation and reduce pressure on ageing toilets. Heart Care Access: Several children from the region, including Solomon Islands babies, received free heart surgery and are being discharged after treatment in Fiji. Climate Risk: El Niño is strengthening, and SIMS warns of possible hotter, drier conditions that could affect water, food security, and health and sanitation. Biosecurity Strategy: Solomon Islands launched a 10-year National Biosecurity Strategy (2026–2036) to better prevent and respond to pests and diseases threatening agriculture and food security.