AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoHypertension & Food Access: A new Montserrat-linked study finds many adults know what to eat for blood-pressure control, but DASH-style changes are blocked by high fresh-produce costs, limited fish availability, and entrenched food preferences—while also highlighting strong motivation and traditional skills that could help. Disease Monitoring: Montserrat’s Ministry of Health says it’s closely tracking Ebola outbreaks in the DRC and Uganda and reports imported malaria cases in Antigua & Barbuda, stressing the risk to Montserrat remains low while strengthening isolation, staff training, infection control, and PPE use. Medicines Access in the Region: PAHO/WHO and OECS-PPS will hold a regional workshop in Saint Lucia to improve access to safe, quality-assured medicines and health technologies, including pooled procurement, supply chain support, and quality assurance. Community Health Funding: Montserrat officially launched CDB’s Basic Needs Trust Fund 11 with EC$8.1 million for projects to reduce poverty and strengthen essential services, including support for delivery capacity. Local Wellness & Lifestyle: Summer travel and island life are being promoted alongside practical wellness ideas, including traditional medicinal plants and fresh tropical foods, with the Calabash Festival 2026 kicking off July 18–26.
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