AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoDementia Focus: The WHO says dementia is rising fast across Africa, with about 1.9 million people living with the condition now and costs to families and societies estimated at US$15.6 billion a year, largely driven by unpaid caregiving that averages 12.9 hours daily; WHO notes many countries still lack national dementia plans and calls for stronger prevention, diagnosis, and care. Traditional Medicine Research: WHO is urging more research into traditional, complementary and integrative medicine, highlighting a major global funding gap and pointing to new commitments by countries—including Cabo Verde—to set up national research centres. Digital Health & Policy: TICON Africa’s upcoming conference in Zambia will spotlight AI, cybersecurity, data governance, and skills—key themes for turning tech advances into real health and social benefits. Local Health System Humanization: Angola’s regional hospital congress in Ondjiva backed more experience-sharing among health professionals and managers to improve service quality and patient-centered care, with participation including Cabo Verde. Health Access & Travel: A report on US visa processing resuming for some African countries also flags that applicants may need updated medicals, underlining how health checks can affect mobility.
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