PIHOA News
PIHOA E-Blast: RMI Ministry of Health and Human Services’, Ana Koliniwai, Presents Her Research at the 2nd SafetyNet Scientific Conference in Malaysia
November 26, 2025 (Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia) - We’re proud to highlight Ms. Ana V. Koliniwai of the RMI Ministry of Health and Human Services, who recently presented her operational research at the 2nd SAFETYNET Scientific Conference in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. Her study...
PIHOA E-Blast: Yap State Completes Dengue Early Warning System Outbreak Readiness and Response Training
November 25, 2025 (Colonia, Yap, FSM) - PIHOA recently completed a weeklong Dengue Early Warning System (EWS) Outbreak Readiness and Response Training in Colonia, Yap State. Fourteen participants from Yap DHS and EPA received hands-on instruction in vector...
PIHOA E-Blast: The 77th PIHOA Executive Board Meeting Recap, Part 2 – PIHOA Leadership Embark on Setting a Vision and Mission for Regional Health Priorities for the Next 40 Years.
November 24, 2025 (Majuro, RMI) - We are continuing our 77th PIHOA EBM recap series with Part 2, highlighting a meaningful and productive week with Pacific health leaders. This second e-blast features a deep dive into the Board’s strategic planning sessions,...
PIHOA E-Blast: The 77th PIHOA Executive Board Meeting Recap, Part 1 – Opening Ceremony Highlights and Day One Reflections
November 21, 2025 (Majuro, RMI) - PIHOA is pleased to share Part 1 of our recap from the 77th PIHOA Executive Board Meeting (EBM)—the first in a web and e-blast series highlighting a meaningful and productive week with Pacific health leaders from across the...
PIHOA E-Blast: SAVE THE DATE – 78th PIHOA Executive Board Meeting
November 14, 2025 (Honolulu, HI) - The Pacific Island Health Officers Association (PIHOA) is excited to announce the 78th Executive Board Meeting! 📅 When: April 13-17, 2026 📍 Where: Honolulu, HI Read the full E-Blast HERE.
77th PIHOA EBM Executive and Associate Board Members, and their Appointed Designees
November 5, 2025 (Majuro, RMI) - Kommol tata to our PIHOA Executive and Associate Board Members — and their appointed designees — for your steadfast leadership, commitment, and collaboration in advancing public health across the Pacific! Back Row (L–R): Scott Anesi...
Day 1 Recap: 77th PIHOA Executive Board Meeting – Majuro, RMI 🇲🇭
November 3, 2025 (Majuro, RMI) - The 77th PIHOA Executive Board Meeting officially opened today, bringing together Pacific health leaders for a week of collaboration, reflection, and planning. The morning began with a heartfelt spiritual devotion, followed by...
Join us for the next MTE session – Resilience for Front-Line Public Health: Self-Care and Coping with Trauma
October 30, 2025 (Honolulu, Hawaiʻi) - Join Us for the Next Meet the Expert Session! Topic: Resilience for Front-Line Public Health: Self-Care and Coping with Trauma Front-line public health work can be both rewarding and demanding. This session will...
National Lead Poisoning Prevention Week 2025 is here!
October 24, 2025 (Honolulu, Hawaiʻi) - This year’s theme, Healthy Communities Start With Lead-Safe Homes, reminds us that every child deserves a safe start. Across the USAPI, jurisdictions are engaged in lead poisoning prevention, with PIHOA providing regional support...
PIHOA E-Blast: PIHOA’s SHIP Program Achieves TEPHINET Accreditation
October 4, 2025 (Honolulu, Hawaiʻi) - Following our announcement earlier this week, we’re excited to share more about why PIHOA’s Strengthening Health Interventions in the Pacific (SHIP) Program’s TEPHINET accreditation matters for our region. This milestone marks...