AGP Executive Report
Last update: 12 hours agoWildfires & Public Health: Two people died and several were injured as fast-moving blazes swept Greece’s Salamina island near Athens, with evacuations under way and patients treated at a local clinic—another reminder of how heatwaves are turning dry landscapes into medical emergencies. Chronic Disease Watch: French Polynesia reports a sharp obesity rise over the past decade, with adult obesity up to 51% and higher rates of diabetes, high blood pressure and chronic kidney disease—health authorities link the trend to sedentary habits and unbalanced diets. Child Protection & Tech Policy: France’s Constitutional Council struck down the under-15 social media ban, forcing the government to rewrite the law while keeping its goal of protecting minors’ mental health. Health & Climate Link: A French virologist discusses how climate change intersects with health, including heat’s effects on mortality, mental well-being and the spread of infectious diseases. Ebola Update: DR Congo’s Bundibugyo Ebola outbreak accelerates to 4,665 cases and 2,184 deaths, with WHO warning of rapid spread across multiple provinces. Access to Care: RBC Foundation backs accessibility upgrades at North Bay Regional Health Centre in Canada, supporting more inclusive outdoor spaces for patients and families.
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