AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoNIH Lifts South Africa Funding Ban: The U.S. National Institutes of Health has ended an almost 18-month ban that disrupted HIV and TB research, after an internal memo said “meritorious” projects could restart—an abrupt reversal that could speed global science again. Vaccine Policy Backlash in the U.S.: An analyst warns Trump’s overhaul of the childhood immunisation schedule could cause “irreversible” harm, as the federal framework cuts universal recommendations from 18 to 11 and faces renewed criticism over public health impact. Learning-Disability Death Prevention: UK researchers say a new AI-driven digital tool can flag future health risks in people with learning disabilities, aiming to prevent avoidable deaths by helping clinicians intervene earlier. TB Testing Breakthrough: A new low-cost molecular testing approach is described as a major shift for high-burden countries, potentially replacing slower or less sensitive methods in primary care. Road Safety Progress: A global study reports road deaths and injuries fell by more than 30% since 1990, though progress varies by country. Humanitarian Health in Bangladesh: Qatar Fund for Development and Qatar Red Crescent Society launched a 12-month Rohingya health project in Bangladesh, including 24/7 emergency care, maternal services, vaccinations, and mental health support.
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