AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoCancer Care & Pharma: Dr Ghazi Jerbi says modern cancer medicines exist, but high prices block access; he urges Tunisia to back local drug manufacturing to cut treatment costs and protect foreign currency reserves, while also pushing prevention and early screening. Health Policy & Pensions: The Fidaa Foundation set the supplementary monthly pension amounts and access rules for wounded of the Revolution, based on a specialized medical committee assessing permanent disability and social/professional situations, with continued payments for approved project holders for up to three years. Public Health & Heat Risk: A report flags that some 2026 World Cup matches were played in severe heat conditions, raising concerns about player safety and the need for delays or postponements when heat stress is high. Maternal Health Access: Midwives leaders warn that last-minute visa refusals at an ICM congress in Lisbon barred key researchers from high-burden countries, threatening progress on reducing avoidable mother and baby deaths. Tunisia Weather Alert: Adel Hentati warns Tunisia could see extreme temperatures up to 45°C as Sahara heat and subtropical patterns persist, with possible heavy downpours later.
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