AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoHealth Tech (Montserrat): Montserrat’s Ministry of Health rolled out a standardised diabetic foot risk tool after a review found 15 diabetes-related amputations over five years, using a traffic-light system to guide monitoring, treatment and escalation; it launched island-wide on April 24 with staff training and patient materials. Local Health Research: At the Annual Research Day 2026, officials highlighted ongoing pressure from hypertension, diabetes, depression and psychotic disorders, plus a pilot self-management programme for people living with both hypertension and type 2 diabetes that improved knowledge and confidence. Mental Health (Montserrat): A six-year review presented at the same event found depression and psychotic disorders are the top diagnoses in Montserrat’s mental health services, with rising new presentations among children and adolescents. Cancer Screening (UK): Cambridge and ICR research says NICE GP referral criteria miss up to 95% of women under 50 who will develop breast cancer within 10 years, arguing for broader risk assessment beyond family history. Biotech Funding (US): DNA Script and GE HealthCare won up to $26M from ARPA-H to scale cell-free DNA bioproduction via modular automation. STEM/Community: Hampshire’s inaugural Air Festival (Sept 12–13) is set to feature STEM learning and aviation displays, with Babcock confirmed as key sponsor. Education (Mexico): CETYS University graduates outperformed national benchmarks in Mexico’s CENEVAL EGEL Academic Excellence Awards.
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