AGP Executive Report
Last update: 34 minutes agoDengue Response: The Information and Broadcasting Secretary urged collective, grassroots action to beat dengue, aligning with the PM’s three-month prevention and cleanliness push—clear stagnant water, remove waste, and mobilise volunteers and youth. Dengue Hotspots: Chattogram reported 79 new dengue cases in 24 hours, with no new deaths in that period, while the national death toll continues to rise. Measles Crisis: Bangladesh’s measles toll has climbed to 1,030 deaths, with experts pointing to uneven immunisation coverage and gaps in how needs were estimated; the government is now planning a measles-rubella catch-up drive from Sept 26. Hospital Safety: Mymensingh Medical College Hospital faced a deadly fire in a lift control room, killing six and injuring 20, as authorities investigate the cause and casualty claims. Cancer & Prevention: A call for a comprehensive cancer strategy highlights rising cancer burden and the need for stronger prevention and research. Care Access & Services: Rajshahi Medical College performed its first knee replacement surgery, while plans are underway to upgrade Shyamoli’s TB hospital into a national tuberculosis control institute with expanded beds and staffing.
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