AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoDengue Alert: Central Visayas health officials reported 2,425 dengue cases and 18 deaths from January to mid-May 2026, with fatalities up about 80% year-on-year, as extreme heat and unsafe water storage are blamed for boosting mosquito breeding. Pregnancy Safety: A medical advisory in the Philippines reminded that not all pregnant women should do physical exercise—those at risk of bleeding, with twins, or with uncontrolled high blood pressure should avoid heavy activity, while healthy pregnancies may do moderate walking. Malaria Milestone: Timor-Leste received a WHO certificate for elimination of malaria at the 79th World Health Assembly, marking progress on a major public health goal. Disaster-Ready Care: The U.S. Navy’s Pacific Partnership 2026 mission has started, with planned stops including Timor-Leste, bringing medical and emergency management support to help communities prepare for disasters. Mental Health Support: A new shelter plan in Cebu (“Balay ni Neneng”) includes psychological first aid, trauma processing, and therapy pathways for women and youth survivors of abuse. Nicotine Risk: Malaysia faces growing concern over youth nicotine addiction as vape and e-cig use rises, with calls for stronger tobacco bans.
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