AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoCancer Care Upgrade: Mpilo Central Hospital in Bulawayo has started installing newly delivered radiotherapy machines, with engineers working on the lower-energy linear accelerator and awaiting the multi-energy unit and CT scan; installation and quality control could take up to three months, aiming to restore access for southern-region patients. Public Health & Food Safety: Bulawayo intensified food safety checks, inspecting 1,715 premises, issuing 66 intimations and tickets, and destroying about 1,500kg of rotten elephant meat plus other unsafe products. HIV & Health in Prisons: Khami Prison’s HIV efforts continue despite overcrowding, while NAC expands HIV and NCD programmes behind bars. Maternal Health Crisis: A report from Epworth highlights unsafe abortions and their toll on maternal deaths, pointing to stigma and gaps in accessible care. Youth, Drugs & Community Action: AFMinZ’s Overseer’s Cup in Chegutu used sport and chess to steer youths away from drugs and alcohol. Regional Health Security: Kenya and Uganda joined ECSA-HC to assess Ebola preparedness at Busia border, strengthening screening and Standard Operating Procedures. Immigration Pressure on Health Services: South Africa’s Ramaphosa announced tougher action on illegal migration while warning against xenophobia, citing strain on clinics and education. Cancer Equipment Funding Debate: Coverage also notes sugar tax support for cancer radiotherapy machines, with calls for transparency.
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