AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoGlobal Health Watch: WHO says global life expectancy rebounded to 73.3 years in 2023, but “healthy” years still lag 2019, as noncommunicable diseases drive 74% of deaths and dementia deaths tripled. Public Health & Access: Spokane health centers are stepping in as thousands lose Medicaid coverage, offering low-cost primary care; Yakima Health District is launching Group B drinking-water testing for nitrates and coliforms. Health Systems Leadership: South Africa’s health minister praised a new director-general as National Health Insurance momentum builds. Nature as Health Security: The UK Green Party is pushing a law to treat biodiversity loss like other national security threats, citing extreme heat and wildfire impacts. Breast Cancer Push: CHRISTUS Health urges Southeast Texas women to prioritize mammograms during Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Workforce & Care Gaps: A Gaspé community is scrambling after losing its only family doctor, leaving patients—especially pregnant people—to travel farther for care. Mental Health Risk: New research links emotional and physical neglect to repeated suicide attempts later in life. Policy & Coverage: Nigeria’s NHIA launched a health financing observatory to improve transparency and decision-making.
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