AGP Executive Report
Last update: 35 minutes agoEbola Emergency: The Democratic Republic of Congo’s deadliest Ebola outbreak has reached 11,042 cases and 5,387 deaths. Conflict and attacks on health facilities are hindering response efforts; no approved vaccine or treatment exists for the Bundibugyo strain. Kenya’s Response: Kenya has discharged its last Ebola patient and begun a 42-day countdown to being declared disease-free, with no new infections reported since October 19. Diabetes: Nearly 80% of adults with diabetes in Ghana may not know they have it, raising concern about preventable complications and the need for earlier testing. Environmental Health: Experts warn that workers at Accra’s Agbogbloshie dump face exposure to smoke, dust and toxic substances, though specific disease links have not been established. Health Data: WHO has flagged major gaps in African health information systems, which can weaken planning and timely care.
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