AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoMedical Innovation in Barbados: The eighth Chinese Medical Team says it has introduced Barbados’ first IVUS-guided coronary intervention and first salivary gland imaging exam, alongside skills training and community outreach. Breast Cancer Screening Boost: The Barbados Cancer Society launched its 26th Annual Walk for Breast Cancer and is raising about $600,000 for a Caribbean-first Automated Breast Ultrasound System to cut waits and improve detection for women with dense breast tissue. Walk for the Cure Details: Organisers confirmed the 2026 Walk for the Cure returns October 4 with a revised route, early registration push, and park-and-ride options. Community Health via Food Security: A new backyard farming push will support 600 households through the One Family Programme, with demonstration farms and starter supplies like seedlings, grow bags, and chicken coops. Mental Health in Custody: A mental health advocate is calling for stronger crisis response and forensic mental health services after the death of an inmate following an incident at His Majesty’s Prison and transfer to Sir Lester Bird Medical Center. Regulating Medicines: Barbados is advancing toward its Medical Products Authority with PAHO support after the Medical Products Act passed, focusing on staffing, legal setup, and digital systems. Public Health & Environment: Coverage highlights sargassum’s growing impact across the Caribbean, including potential public health concerns as seaweed decomposes.
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