AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoFire Safety & Child Health: A nine-year-old boy was pulled from a Maynards, St Peter apartment fire after suffering smoke inhalation; reports say he was later induced into a coma and is in hospital. Public Health Promotion: Barbados Fire Service held a “Health Day” at the CMM Emergency Services Complex, urging health checks and encouraging people to join the service. Cancer Screening: A Barbados Cancer Support Services volunteer says a local PSA testing study shows men are becoming more vigilant about prostate health. Hospital Access Update: QEH Annex is relocating to Coconut Walk, Hastings, Christ Church, with phlebotomy, EEG and transitional community care services moving from Monday. Community Health & Inclusion: Barbados Association for the Blind continues expanding employment opportunities and is seeking more corporate partnerships after outreach at a Healthy Living Expo. Regional Disease Preparedness: Caribbean countries met in Barbados to strengthen African swine fever rapid response plans, supporting veterinary capacity and food security. Violence & Health System Strain: Police identified a man killed in a Six Roads, St Philip shooting; investigations continue.
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