AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoFloods & Public Health: Assam reports at least 97 deaths and nearly 170,000 affected as monsoon rivers overflow, with Kerala also hit by heavy rain and evacuations. Medicine Quality & Regulation: Andhra Pradesh pushes “zero tolerance” for poor-quality medicines, launching a workshop with USP and US FDA India to tighten scientific inspections and standards. Food Safety & Pollution: A Delhi-area Yamuna fish study finds microplastics in all sampled species, raising concerns for long-term health impacts. Mental Health Policy: New Zealand’s 10-year mental health strategy is welcomed, but experts warn key gaps remain for equitable support, including gambling harm. Healthcare Access & Workforce: India’s Supreme Court suggests a uniform national policy for compulsory rural service for medical students. Medical Education Capacity: India confirms 86,360 NEET PG 2026 seats, with Karnataka leading and plans to add 5,000 more by 2028-29. Private Healthcare Accountability: A parliamentary panel urges large private hospital chains that profit from medical tourism to subsidise care for poor patients. Oral Health in Sports: AIFF and IASD-IDA sign a three-year MoU to strengthen oral healthcare for footballers. Counterfeit Medicines Alert: Nigeria’s NAFDAC warns of suspected counterfeit asthma inhalation suspension that could cause treatment failure. Wellness & Inclusion: Japan Motors and GMA launch a 16th corporate run/walk to support people with visual impairment, tying fitness to inclusion.
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