AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoOphthalmic Biologics Update: Kanghong Pharmaceutical says Guyana’s Food and Drug Department has granted marketing authorization for conbercept ophthalmic injection (Lumitin), a move that expands access to an anti-VEGF treatment for retinal diseases. Hospital Contract Fallout: Government has started international arbitration after terminating VAMED contracts for the Children and Maternity Hospital at Ogle and the New Amsterdam Hospital Campus, citing major delays and breaches, with performance bonds targeted for recovery. Regional Healthcare Results: President Ali reported major gains at six commissioned regional hospitals, including ~145,000 outpatient visits, ~3,700 surgeries, 1M+ lab tests, and faster average waiting times (about 10 minutes emergency; 30 minutes outpatient). Mental Health Access for MV Barima Families: The “Embrace” online therapy platform is set to launch (Aug 21) to provide confidential telehealth counselling for survivors, relatives, and first responders, complementing in-person support under the HEART initiative. Public Health Promotion: China commissioned a new Health Promotion Centre at Guyana’s Ministry of Health, offering free health-testing and fitness equipment. Violence in Linden: Police are investigating the shooting death of 26-year-old miner Keron McDonald in Wismar, Linden, with a 29-year-old suspect in custody. HIV Among Youth: GRPA says 1 in 4 new HIV cases involves young people aged 15–24, calling it an urgent adolescent health and protection concern.
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