AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoRabies Alerts: A bat in Snellville, Georgia tested positive for rabies, prompting warnings for anyone bitten or scratched and urging pet owners to keep vaccinations current. Measles Data Fight: The CDC’s latest measles update again omitted Pennsylvania deaths, deepening a public standoff over how fatalities are counted. Pediatric Immunization: Oregon issued a standing order to start administering updated COVID-19 vaccines statewide, prioritizing high-risk groups while keeping access open for others who choose vaccination. Dengue Vaccine Durability: Brazil’s large real-world study of TAK-003 (Qdenga) reports protection still holds after one year, with stronger protection against hospitalizations after the two-dose schedule. Infectious Disease Capacity: The University of Nebraska Medical Center broke ground on a new Infectious Diseases Air Transport training facility, aiming to strengthen global health security and military readiness. Mental Health: Suicide Prevention Month kicks off with renewed calls to talk early, reduce stigma, and connect people to effective care. Public Health in Disasters: Finland pledged €1m humanitarian aid for Nepal flood response, targeting healthcare, water, hygiene, and shelter. Food & Nutrition: Nigeria’s First Lady launched a national community food bank program in Cross River for children under six, pregnant women, and lactating mothers. Healthcare Safety: Two IV saline recalls in the U.S. cite contamination concerns, including fiberglass particles and iron oxide, urging providers to stop and return affected lots. Urban Health & Wellness: A new clinic in Burlington, Vermont expands specialized outpatient suicide care with internationally recognized experts.
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