AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoEbola Watch: DR Congo’s Ebola outbreak is worsening, with Bunia fans celebrating a historic draw against Portugal even as cases and deaths climb and response strains under insecurity and mistrust. Cross-Border Alerts: Kerala, India reported a suspected Ebola case in a woman who travelled from South Sudan via Uganda; samples were sent for testing and officials urged no panic. Health System Growth: Equity Group launched its first standalone community pharmacy in Nairobi, adding blood pressure and blood sugar screening and wellness guidance to expand access to medicines. Public Health Messaging: Hawai‘i DOH flagged a travel-related dengue case on Oʻahu involving a visitor; officials say local transmission risk is low but urged residents to remove standing water. Child Protection: Namibia’s Day of the African Child coverage highlights ongoing violence, abuse and neglect risks, with calls for stronger access to healthcare, education and water/sanitation. Maternal Health Lens: A new AP focus on maternal mortality underscores that Africa accounts for most global pregnancy deaths, driven by gaps in care and resources. Equity & Inclusion: “Circle In” uses sport-for-social-good to support psychosocial wellbeing and learning for vulnerable Palestinian children, including girls, refugees and children with disabilities.
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