AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoAnimal Health & Biosecurity: Grenada’s Veterinary and Livestock Division defended the euthanising and incineration of two Babesia-positive horses imported from St Lucia, saying no permit was issued and the country lacks quarantine and treatment capacity; the government says it has referred the matter to police and is pursuing legal action, while the importer Royan Smith has filed a lawsuit for compensation. Public Health Travel Advisory: The Ministry of Health issued an Ebola Bundibugyo travel advisory after WHO declared the outbreak a Public Health Emergency of International Concern, urging Grenadians to avoid nonessential travel to the DRC and Uganda and to take extreme caution in other high-risk countries, with enhanced screening and possible quarantine/21-day monitoring on arrival. Digital Safety for Kids: Grenada’s cybersecurity team warned primary students that their digital footprint is permanent and urged healthier screen-time habits. Regional Health Capacity: CARPHA trained participants across the region to safely transport infectious substances and diagnostic specimens, strengthening lab and pandemic preparedness. Health Workforce & Training: St. George’s University (SGU) will hold a commencement ceremony in Botswana for its 50th anniversary, recognising over 130 Botswana physicians trained by the school. Mental Health: A Grenadian doctor calls attention to the suicide crisis and the gap between mental health talk and real-life support. Health & Wellness in the Community: A regional campaign is engaging children and families on protecting kids from unhealthy food marketing around schools. Jobs & Health System Funding: Grenada Hospital System advertised for a Chief Financial Officer role to strengthen finances, controls, and readiness across the public hospitals.
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