AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoChikungunya Alert for the Indian Ocean: The CDC added Mauritius to its active chikungunya travel health notice list, marking the fourth current outbreak destination on its roster and highlighting how Aedes mosquitoes can spread the virus across the region—especially concerning for summer travelers heading to the southwest Indian Ocean. Mosquito Control in France: France is ramping up its fight against tiger mosquitoes after record chikungunya and dengue activity, including a sterile-male mosquito program in Montpellier aimed at shrinking local mosquito populations. Medication Safety Update (EU): EMA’s safety committee (PRAC) says the link between valproate exposure in men and neurodevelopmental disorders in children is “inconsistent,” with causality uncertain, while recommending continued precautions and updated product information. Health & Wellness Community Note: A local “Lace Up for Laura” 5K fundraiser is tied to a nursing scholarship honoring a public health leader, with registration open for the June 27 event. Wellness in Public Spaces: A Global Wellness Day event is turning Bryant Park into a free mindfulness retreat with yoga, meditation, and other activities.
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