AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoMedicines Access: Lesotho’s Ministry of Health says medicines and essential supplies are back at all Christian Health Association of Lesotho (CHAL) facilities after a new, open-ended MoU—patients who stopped due to shortages are urged to return, with CHAL to receive the same drugs available at government facilities. Health Regulation: Parliament’s Social Cluster Committee has ordered the Lesotho Medical, Dental and Pharmacy Council to reinstate registration for integrative medical practitioners immediately, after dozens were left unable to renew licences; the council has until Friday to restore the 2024 status and coordinate with the Ministry of Health. Public Health & Safety: A Lesotho child remains in ICU in South Africa after a reported dog attack in Lesotho; the family says specialist treatment not available locally forced transfer and costly care, prompting fundraising. Mental Health & Suicide: A South Africa campaign highlights that men account for nearly 80% of recorded suicides, calling for safer spaces and community support to reduce stigma and prevent deaths. Community Crime Prevention: In Maseru, MP Mampho Tjabane backed youth and children-focused winter sports and life-skills initiatives to reduce involvement in crime, with police urging reporting of drugs and substance abuse. Nutrition Support: Quthing nutrition clubs received refresher training to strengthen child-under-five nutrition messaging at village level, focusing on the first 1,000 days, breastfeeding, and hygiene. Food & Disease (Regional): SADC countries are pushing a unified cross-border plan to eradicate foot-and-mouth disease, including coordinated vaccinations and diagnostics—relevant for livestock health and trade. Migration & Xenophobia (Regional Health Impact): Reports say over 160,000 foreign nationals fled South Africa amid anti-migrant unrest, with Lesotho among the affected countries.
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