AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoDengue Alert in Grenada: The Ministry of Health reports a jump to 23 new dengue cases (16–22 Aug), up from 6 the week before, with adults 25–44 most affected; health teams are stepping up vector control and residents are urged to remove stagnant water and protect against mosquito bites. TB Safety and Law Gap: Two TB patients escaped treatment at the General Hospital, reigniting concerns about hospital security and the lack of clear legislation to restrict or criminalise people who leave while infectious; the Ministry says it is seeking legal support to address the problem. Hypertension Support at Community Level: The Grenada Food and Nutrition Council launched a hypertension self-monitoring and nutrition awareness programme, including validated blood pressure monitors, recipe packs, logbooks, and follow-up support to help people manage high blood pressure. Regional Critical Care Training: PAHO/WHO supported a simulation-based workshop for severe infections and critical care for health professionals across seven Eastern Caribbean countries, including Grenada, with a focus on practical skills and point-of-care ultrasound. Water Security Focus for Grenada: Grenada will host the 35th CWWA conference (12–16 Oct) on water security, climate resilience, wastewater and solid waste—aiming to strengthen public health and sustainable services. Education and Health Workforce Pathways: St George’s University (SGU) in Grenada signed an academic pathway agreement with Hilton College (South Africa) to help qualified students enter its MD track, addressing medical education bottlenecks.
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