AGP Executive Report
Last update: an hour agoEbola Screening at Borders: Botswana’s Ministry of Health says a small number of travellers have resisted Ebola screening at the Tlokweng Border Post, but officials insist the cases are isolated and being closely monitored while awareness efforts continue. Polio Vaccination Drive: A nationwide polio campaign runs June 8–11, using house-to-house visits and fixed sites to reach every eligible child and protect Botswana’s polio-free status. Mental Health for Youth: Researchers linked to Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia report a promising youth-led mental health approach for Botswana adolescents and young adults, including support for those living with HIV. Pharma Supply Chain Boost: Botswana’s Competition and Consumer Authority has approved CFAO Healthcare’s plan to buy a controlling stake in Medswana, a major pharmaceutical wholesaler, aiming to strengthen medicine distribution. Lead Poisoning Warning: Health and environmental experts warn of lead exposure risks tied to contaminated game meat, toxic drinking water, and unregulated backyard cookware, with concerns raised after vulture declines linked to lead poisoning. Community Health Support: Farouk Ismail Group has donated hypertension, diabetes and related medicines to Athlone Hospital, citing drug shortages and community need.
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