AGP Executive Report
Last update: 3 hours agoEbola Watch: Armenia’s National Center for Disease Control says the risk of Ebola entering and spreading remains low, noting Uganda’s 42-day countdown after its last confirmed patient was discharged and that EU/EEA transmission risk is very low. Health System Update: Armenia’s medical insurance now covers 1.7 million beneficiaries, up from 1.5 million at the start of the year, with more groups expected to join in 2027 and full population coverage targeted for 2028. Heat-Ready Hospitals: WHO warns extreme heat is a growing public health threat in Europe and urges countries to treat heat as a health emergency, including hospital climate resilience work that has included assessments in Armenia. Food Safety for Exports: Armenia approved new rules for fish exporters to the EU, requiring Food Safety Inspectorate checks and registration in the TRACES system before health certificates are issued. Prison Health Alarm: Armenian POW Ludwig Mkrtchyan’s family and lawyers say his heart condition and inflammation are worsening in Azerbaijani detention amid alleged medical neglect. Public Health & Taxes: Armenia’s planned excise tax increases on tobacco and some alcohol/e-cigarettes are framed as a way to curb harmful consumption. Mental Health Practice: Pottery is gaining traction in Armenia as a form of art therapy, with psychologists pointing to clay’s sensory and emotional benefits.
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