AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoMeasles Outbreak: DGHS reports seven more child deaths from confirmed measles and measles-like symptoms in 24 hours, with 990 new infections; total deaths since March 15 reach 766. Immunisation Boost: Bangladesh will add the Typhoid Conjugate Vaccine (TCV) to the routine EPI from Aug 1, giving all 15-month-olds one dose (in the same visit as MR-2). Cancer Care Upgrade: INMP and NICRH sign an MoU to expand cancer treatment, reduce waiting times, and strengthen radiation oncology, medical physics, quality assurance and training. Women’s Health Push: Health minister Dr M A Muhit calls for a digital health app and advanced training for grassroots workers to improve maternal and cervical/breast cancer services. Flood Health & Safety: PM directs antivenom and emergency medical supplies for flood-hit areas; officials warn against hunger and waterborne diseases. Maternal Health Insight: A new study by icddr,b finds about 1 in 13 Bangladeshi women experience early menopause, raising long-term health risks. Digital Health & Fraud: Bangladesh Bank urges basic cyber discipline to curb fraud against MSMEs as small businesses rely more on digital payments.
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