AGP Executive Report
Last update: 3 hours agoNuclear & Radiation Safety: Health officials from across the region met in Nairobi to strengthen safe use of nuclear and radiation technologies in healthcare, with Zambia among participating countries and plans for a shared action plan to boost regulatory capacity. Medicines Supply Boost: Zambia’s Ministry of Health received a bulk consignment of assorted medicines and medical supplies from Egypt via ZAMMSA, aimed at improving access in underserved and remote areas. Ebola Preparedness in the Region: Hurungwe District activated emergency Ebola preparedness systems, setting up an isolation centre at Chirundu Border Post and intensifying screening as the Bundibugyo outbreak spreads in neighbouring countries. Polio Vaccination Drive: Isoka District launched the second round of the nOPV2 polio campaign for children under five, reporting strong first-round coverage and renewed community outreach. Child Protection Case: Police in Sinda District are investigating an alleged child sexual abuse case involving a 15-year-old girl, with a medical report form issued to support investigations. Road Safety Incident: A Luwingu accident involving a Ministry of Health ambulance and a motorcycle sent the rider to Luwingu District Hospital for treatment, with preliminary findings pointing to a collision during a left turn. Health & Sports Insurance: ZSIC Life pledged K6.2 million health insurance cover for the Zambia Athletics Intercompany relay, linking participation with national health promotion.
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