AGP Executive Report
Last update: 12 hours agoMedicines Access: PAHO/WHO and OECS-PPS will hold a 28–29 May workshop in Saint Lucia to improve access to safe, effective, quality-assured medicines and health technologies across Eastern Caribbean states, including launching a PAHO/WHO–OECS Technical Working Group to guide pooled procurement, supply chain strengthening, demand forecasting, and quality assurance. Global Health Recognition (Anguilla): At the World Health Assembly, WHO highlighted Anguilla among countries recognized for eliminating mother-to-child transmission of HIV, HBV, and syphilis, alongside other national elimination and tobacco control awards. Disaster Health Infrastructure: FEMA approved nearly $2.9 million for temporary hospital modules for Sharkey-Issaquena Community Hospital in Mississippi’s Rolling Fork, supporting care while the community rebuilds after the 2023 tornado outbreak. Wellness Travel: Orient Express Corinthian and Guerlain announced “Ocean Rebirth,” a 14-day Lisbon-to-Bridgetown wellness retreat focused on nutrition, movement, mindfulness, and sleep, with onboard assessments and treatments. Conservation & Health of Waterways: A new conservation plan targets threatened Amazon migratory catfish, emphasizing river connectivity as dams and shipping disrupt long migrations.
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