AGP Executive Report
Last update: 3 hours agoDengue Surge: Health officials reported 372 fresh dengue cases in 24 hours, with at least three deaths; total this year now stands at 37 deaths and 10,857 cases. Measles Alarm: Suspected measles deaths climbed to 793 (698 suspected, 95 lab-confirmed) as 922 new suspected cases were recorded, with 118,570 suspected infections since March 15. Flood & Health Safety: Government continued disaster response in flood-hit Chattogram and other areas, including public health warnings on snakebite prevention, dengue control (no stagnant water), safe shelter, and avoiding live wires. Healthcare Access Push: PM Tarique Rahman ordered easier, better healthcare for marginalized people, demanded more sincere doctor care, and directed expansion of dialysis services and action against negligence. Child Treatment Support: The PM took responsibility for treatment of two-year-old Anifa Akter with a complex congenital disease after media reports, with specialists reviewing her at NICVD. Food & Product Safety: BSTI banned eight products from four companies after tests found harmful preservatives, bacteria, and unsafe cosmetic ingredients; withdrawals were ordered. Pesticide Ban Demand: A human chain in Rajshahi urged a phased ban on highly hazardous pesticides, citing harm to ecosystems and food safety. Air Quality Watch: Dhaka recorded moderate AQI (90), with extra caution advised for sensitive groups.
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