AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoMpox Safety & Transport: Two foreign researchers linked to the NIH—Vincent Munster and Cameroonian Claude Kwe—were charged in the US over an alleged attempt to smuggle mpox (monkeypox) vials into the country via Detroit Metro Airport, after customs found 113 vials hidden in coolers; prosecutors say some vials contained deactivated mpox while others held chickenpox virus or human DNA, raising fresh concerns about handling and biosafety compliance. Digital Health in Cameroon: MTN Cameroon launched “21 Days of Y’ello Care,” supporting a new digital biomedical laboratory at Japoma District Hospital in Douala to improve timely, reliable diagnostics as the facility upgrades from CMA to district hospital status. Child Protection Push: CENSREHURD condemned rising sexual violence against minors in Cameroon, calling for stronger laws, better implementation of child protection measures, and tougher action against impunity. Community Health Partnership: Kribi Port Authority and Helen Keller International signed a three-year deal to expand community and school health programmes, including prevention of neglected tropical diseases and efforts to reduce avoidable blindness. Menstrual Health & Schooling: eBASE Africa reported a programme that cut girls’ absenteeism by 21% in Cameroon by combining safe toilets, supplies, teacher support, clubs, and community engagement.
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