AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoMeasles Watch: A new push to end measles is urgent as outbreaks resurge across the Western Pacific, with experts pointing to missed vaccinations, delayed action, and weakened trust as the real drivers. First Aid in Schools: The Lao Red Cross marked World First Aid Day 2026 in Vientiane, focusing on “First Aid in the Context of Migration” and urging everyone—not just health workers—to learn basic lifesaving skills. ASF Response: African Swine Fever has spread to seven Lao provinces and 91 districts, with 14,002 pigs lost and officials tightening surveillance and movement controls; the knock-on effect is already hitting Vientiane pork supplies and prices. Public Health Support: Mahosot Hospital will host free cleft lip and palate surgery (Nov 25–30, 2026), with registration open until Nov 20. Disaster-Ready Care: The China–Laos “Peace Train-2026” medical team wrapped up a 17-day humanitarian mission, delivering free clinics and check-ups to military personnel and civilians across multiple Lao locations. Health Security Policy: UN leaders are calling for stronger pandemic prevention and preparedness as funding gaps and rising outbreaks strain health systems.
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