AGP Executive Report
Last update: 5 hours agoEbola Border Watch: Antigua and Barbuda tightened entry rules, halting visa waivers for African travellers and requiring full 45-day travel histories, while health teams and the Port Health Unit review and strengthen response plans as regional Ebola monitoring ramps up. Malaria Alerts: Officials also confirmed two imported malaria cases, with one traveller reported to have died, and continue surveillance and infection-control readiness. Eye Care Access: The Health Ministry says free corneal replacement surgeries are being lined up through a new US partnership, with five procedures expected first, aiming to reduce costs for families and expand specialist eye services. Autism Support: Cabinet approved a dedicated Cognitive Behavioral Centre to improve early intervention, diagnosis, therapy, and family support for autism and other neurodivergent needs. Tourism + Jobs: Construction has started on the US$200M Long Bay Zen Resort, positioned as wellness and experiential luxury tourism that could create employment and boost government revenue. Public Health Reminders: The Ministry urged vaccination and basic prevention steps as chickenpox clusters are monitored, especially in close-contact settings. Community Wellness: Scrub Life Cares and partners promoted Menstrual Hygiene Day with a wear red or pink campaign to reduce stigma and improve access to menstrual health support.
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