AGP Executive Report
Last update: 2 hours agoCOVID Update (Taiwan): Taiwan’s CDC says COVID-19 activity has entered a new epidemic phase, with 4,766 people seeking treatment in July 12–18 (+66.5%) and 25 severe cases including five deaths; authorities say antivirals and vaccines (Paxlovid, Xocova, Remdesivir) are sufficient and urge masks in healthcare and crowded indoor spaces. Preventive Health Policy (India): ICMR-NIN’s “Let’s Fix Our Food” consortium backs a policy roadmap for healthier diets for children and teens, pushing school food changes, front-of-pack labels, limits on unhealthy marketing, and fiscal measures like taxes on fat/salt/sugar-heavy foods. TCM Outreach (Philippines): A Chinese medicine delegation in Davao City is offering free TCM consultations, acupuncture, herbal medicine and Tuina as part of healthcare cooperation. Healthcare Access & Oversight (Hong Kong): Hong Kong warns mainland Chinese dental chains may face enforcement after suspected cross-border promotional booths and endoscope-based recommendations. Public Health & Environment (India): Nilgiris, Tamil Nadu residents report black fly swarms disrupting homes and food stalls; bites are painful but not believed to spread disease. Drug Supply Risk (US-India): India’s Pharmaceutical Alliance says US generic drug tariffs won’t ensure sustainable onshoring, warning supply-chain and pricing reforms are needed.
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