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The Commonwealth Healthcare Corporation has been awarded a $1 million Bureau of Justice Assistance Harold Rogers Prescription Drug Monitoring Program grant to implement the CNMI Prescription Drug Monitoring Program (PDMP). The initiative will strengthen patient safety and help prevent prescription drug misuse across the Commonwealth by improving data sharing, clinical decision-making, and public health surveillance.
Former Saipan resident LJ Duenas (second from left) led the Alzheimer’s Association Aloha Chapter in meetings across Capitol Hill to adv
Last Tuesday, I was honored to visit the American Red Cross Open House in the Rayburn House Office Building and recognize the great work the Red Cross does for communities across our nation and in the CNMI. I pointedly recognized the NMI Chapter of the Red Cross for their hard work, sacrifice, and unwavering partnership during recovery efforts following Super Typhoon Sinlaku. From shelter operations to community assistance and preparedness, their dedication has made a real difference for our islands. It was also nice to learn more about the Red Cross’ lifesaving prog
Medicaid is one of the most important healthcare lifelines in the CNMI.
The American Red Cross has stepped in across our islands to support shelter operations following the typhoon.
Former Tinian residents Avery, Raena, and Juan Cabrera visited their congressional office in Washington on Tuesday while in D.C.
Following Super Typhoon Sinlaku, the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services has activated the Emergency Prescription Assistance Program (EPAP) for uninsured residents of Saipan, Rota, and Tinian in the CNMI. The program covers up to a 30-day supply of prescription medications at no cost through participating pharmacies, and can also help replace durable medical equipment like wheelchairs, walkers, and blood glucose meters. Residents can call 855-793-7470 or visit the EPAP website to check eligibility and find a participating pharmacy.
Jordan Roiland, former CNMI resident who is now pursuing his medical degree at the University of California, San Francisco, stopped by the Washing
