AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoSurgery on the Africa Mercy: Africa Mercy’s third Madagascar field service has started with 69-year-old Delphine becoming the first patient to board for cataract surgery, after months of worsening vision left her isolated and unable to manage daily life. Cancer care capacity boost: Celltrion says it will send about $41,300 raised from its “CELL-LOVE MARKET” to Madagascar for cytopathology training and essential equipment to support earlier cancer diagnosis. Rural medical equipment arrives via Sberbank: Madagascar’s transitional prime minister met Sberbank in Moscow; the bank will provide 230 containers of medical equipment for rural first aid and rapid health checks, plus training for local use. Mental health focus in the region: WHO’s East and Southern Africa mental health workshop includes Madagascar, aiming to share best practices and push countries to map their mental health landscape. Climate and health stakes: A landmark African Court climate case argues governments must protect the climate system because it underpins rights like health, food and water security. Health-linked travel safety: A travel safety report warns that protests and unrest in Antananarivo can disrupt flights and breathing conditions, urging people to plan exits early.
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