AGP Executive Report
Last update: 5 hours agoAmazon Smoke: El Niño-driven fires have blanketed Manaus with hazardous smoke; schools and outdoor events were halted as the dry season continues. Avian Flu: Barbados heightened poultry controls after a bird-flu outbreak at a commercial farm in Suriname, while urging vigilance against smuggling. Emergency Health: PAHO/WHO and Surinamese partners completed driver training on safely transporting vaccines, lab samples and other supplies during outbreaks and emergencies. Food Safety: Suriname’s agriculture minister warned farmers to follow pesticide rules, citing risks to people who eat treated produce and promising action against violations. Youth Health: Counselors called for sex education to begin early, covering bodily autonomy, boundaries and protection from unsafe sex. Regional Health Funding: A U.S. Caribbean and Central America package includes $61.5 million for a regional health initiative; Suriname took part in the dialogue announcing the investment.
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