AGP Executive Report
Last update: 40 minutes agoMeasles Outbreak: Bangladesh’s measles crisis keeps worsening, with DGHS reporting 2 more child deaths in 24 hours and the combined confirmed-plus-suspected toll rising to 718; suspected cases now exceed 101,000 and confirmed cases are about 11,965, as hospitals continue to see heavy admissions. Child Health & Care: A newborn girl was rescued alive after being found beside a dumpster at Gajaria Upazila Health Complex in Munshiganj, then referred for advanced care—another reminder of how fragile early-life safety can be. Cataract Backlog: Eye experts say around 10 lakh cataract patients are waiting for surgery, with a widening gap between new cases and available cataract operations. Dengue Risk: Surveys show high Aedes larvae levels in Dhaka and higher densities in parts of the south-east and south, with dengue cases expected to rise as monsoon begins. Air Quality & Respiratory Health: Dhaka recorded AQI around 119 (unhealthy for sensitive groups), raising risks for children and people with heart or breathing conditions. Health Policy & Access: Social Welfare Minister AZM Zahid urged technology-based healthcare access for children at grassroots level, while DSCC announced a monthly cleanliness push aimed at reducing dengue and waterlogging. Healthcare Sector Updates: Renata PLC’s Thyrox (levothyroxine) received EU approval across multiple countries, supporting continued access to thyroid medicine. Public Health in the Budget: Parliament passed the FY27 Tk 9.38 trillion budget, with reforms and tax changes that could shape health spending priorities.
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