AGP Executive Report
Last update: 2 hours agoDengue Surge: Bangladesh reported 471 fresh dengue cases in 24 hours, with 59 deaths so far this year and 17,880 infections nationwide. Measles Toll: Suspected measles deaths rose by six in a day, bringing suspected deaths among children to 764, while 733 suspected cases were logged. Diabetes Prevention: An international prevention summit in Dhaka pushed “Faith-Based Diabetes Prevention,” urging coordinated action beyond hospitals using science, religious leaders and community support. Health Sector Oversight: The health minister ordered suspension of a government doctor caught doing private practice during office hours. Nutrition Push: Govt plans to distribute six vitamin- and mineral-enriched rice varieties across 300 upazilas to tackle malnutrition. Workplace Health Benefits: Shahjalal Islami Bank and Prime Bank signed deals to offer discounts on diagnostic and healthcare services; Guardian Life and BKMEA also launched low-premium insurance plus telemedicine and hospital discounts for knitwear workers. Local Care Expansion: Barishal health officials said efforts are underway so patients won’t need to travel to Dhaka, including plans for district burn units.
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