AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoSuperbug Update (MCMH): Infectious disease specialist Dr. Jerrol Thompson says the drug-resistant CRAB detected in four patients at Milton Cato Memorial Hospital is not expected to spread like COVID-19, and urges calm while monitoring continues. Regional Child Health: OECS and UNICEF launched the OECS Regional Child Policy and Strategic Plan 2026–2032, using a whole-of-the-child approach to protect and support children across health, education, justice, and social services. Neonatal & Paediatric Care Fundraising: Jamaica’s Sandals Foundation Island Challenge Jamaica 2026 will raise £100,000 for neonatal and paediatric equipment and care after Hurricane Melissa damage. Hospital Partnership (Health Systems): A Mackay Memorial Hospital team is set to visit St. Vincent and the Grenadines to share Health Information System know-how with Milton Cato Memorial Hospital as the new Arnos Vale hospital project advances. Adolescent Health (REACH): The REACH Project marks International Youth Day with webinars and training focused on reproductive health, mental health, nutrition, healthy relationships, and parent-teen communication. Weather & Health Risks: Residents are warned about weekend hazards from Saharan dust haze and poor air quality to a tropical disturbance that could bring showers and flash-flood risk.
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