AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoEbola Preparedness: Dominica’s Health Ministry says the risk of Ebola in Dominica is currently low, but it has rolled out precautionary measures after WHO declared the outbreak a Public Health Emergency of International Concern—issuing a travel advisory, urging extreme caution for trips to higher-risk African countries, and tightening health screening at ports of entry with possible monitoring, quarantine, or isolation up to 21 days. Healthcare Access Clarification: Health Minister Cassanni Laville reiterated that healthcare remains free for Dominicans 18 and under and 60 and over, clarifying that a circulating document suggesting a 25% contribution fee for eligible patients is being addressed. Cancer Concern: Dr. Velda Wade told the Dominica Cancer Society AGM that about 300 people in Dominica are living with cancer, calling it alarming for a small population and urging prevention and action. Eye Care Support: Medical Ministry International’s 2026 Eye Mission in Dominica completed over 60 cataract surgeries, with a focus on training and capacity building for local healthcare professionals. Road Tragedy: Police report that 39-year-old Johnson Abraham of Antrizile died after a Marigot road crash on July 2; he was taken to Marigot Hospital and pronounced dead, with an autopsy pending.
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