AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoRegional Health Security: IGAD launched the $31.9m PREPARE project to strengthen pandemic preparedness across Djibouti, Ethiopia, Kenya, Somalia, South Sudan, Sudan, and Uganda, using a One Health approach with cross-border surveillance, lab upgrades, and emergency workforce training. Cancer & HIV/HPV Care: A new focus on squamous cell carcinoma of the anal canal highlights how high HIV and HPV rates raise risk, while newer immunotherapy options are improving outlook for some patients. Snakebite Risk: WHO-led research warns snakebite risk may rise as venomous snakes expand into new areas due to climate and habitat change, increasing human-snake contact. Djibouti in U.S. Visa Processing: A U.S. memo says visa processing hubs in Africa will be cut from nearly 50 sites to 20, with Djibouti listed among the remaining hubs—potentially affecting travel and health-related mobility. Medical Tourism Push (Ethiopia): Ethiopia is positioning itself as a Horn of Africa medical tourism hub by upgrading tertiary care, improving pharmaceutical supply, and expanding digital diagnostics.
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