The Federated States of Micronesia (FSM) National Government has taken its first major step toward hosting the FSM Games 2027, convening a three-day Working Group Meeting from April 6 to 8 in Pohnpei. The Working Group made two main decisions: (1) to hold the Games on July 12-22, 2027 and (2) to concur to a budget to ensure the success of the Games.
The FSM Department of Health and Social Affairs (FSM DHSA) formally acknowledges the generous support of international and local partners mobilizing relief efforts in Chuuk State following the devastation caused by Typhoon Sinlaku. Following the issuance of a National Declaration of Emergency on April 13, 2026, the Department activated its Secretary’s Emergency Operation Center (SEOC) to coordinate the government’s response and facilitate incoming humanitarian assistance.
Palikir, Pohnpei – On March 30, 2025: FSM Department of Health and Social Affairs (DHSA) received a team of eight program management and technical staff from the US Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) to provide support in the pertussis outbreak in Pohnpei, FSM. Kosrae and Chuuk had outbreaks of same disease earlier this year to late last year.
The FSM Department of Health and Social Affairs today welcomed representatives from the United States Navy Pacific Fleet for a meeting focused on planning and preparation for the Pacific Partnership 2027.
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The Department of Health and Social Affairs (DHSA) is one of the executive departments of the FSM National Government. Its mandate is to promote the health and welfare of the people of this nation. To achieve that goal, this Department is organized into two main divisions: Division of Health and the Division of Social Affairs.
The Division of Health oversees the implementation of all the health programs ranging from the prevention and control of communicable diseases (TB, Leprosy, STD) to non-communicable disease (diabetes, cancer, tobacco control related diseases), behavioral health and wellness (substance abuse prevention and treatment, mental health conditions), child and women’s, and immunization programs.
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