AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoSickle Cell Care Upgrade: Antigua and Barbuda is moving to faster, more specialized treatment with a dedicated sickle cell unit at Holberton Grounds opening Aug. 17, plus a new Sickle Cell Centre slated to open next week, alongside plans for an autopsy suite and mortuary by end of August. Air Quality Alert: Saharan dust has pushed Antigua and Barbuda’s air to unhealthy levels (Alert Level IV, AQI 151–170), with guidance for people with asthma, heart/lung conditions, children, and older adults to limit outdoor time and wear proper masks if needed. Earthquake Monitoring (Colombia): The government says Antiguan and Barbudan patients in Colombia are safe and receiving uninterrupted care after a major earthquake, with ongoing checks on hospitals and accommodation. Regional Child Policy: OECS, with UNICEF support, unveiled a Regional Child Policy and Strategic Plan 2026–2032 using a whole-of-the-child approach to protect and empower children across the Eastern Caribbean. Youth & Workplace Wellness: ABWU’s Youth Arm marks International Youth Day with a panel on addiction’s impact on young people and the workplace, focusing on healthier choices and support. Community Health Support: The Sandals Foundation’s Island Challenge Jamaica 2026 is set to raise £100,000 for neonatal and paediatric healthcare after Hurricane Melissa damage.
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