AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoHeatwave & Wildfires Response: Spain declared a national emergency as wildfires forced the evacuation of about 10,000 people around Madrid, while southern France saw tens of thousands flee as blazes spread in extreme heat. Cost of Care: France is considering doubling out-of-pocket caps for medicines, care and appointments from €100 to €200 per year, a move aimed at easing pressure on the Social Security budget. Public Health & Antibiotic Use: Research highlights growing informal doxycycline use for STI prevention (doxyPEP) across Europe, raising concerns as guidance lags behind real-world behavior. Healthcare Access & Safety: A toddler in Portugal died after being left inside a nursery minibus for around seven hours in hot conditions, prompting an investigation. Ebola Watch: Congo’s fast-growing Ebola outbreak has surpassed 1,000 deaths, with containment strained by limited countermeasures and ongoing transmission. Digital Child Protection: France’s law banning social media for under-15s is set to begin in January 2027, with age verification required.
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