AGP Executive Report
Last update: 3 hours agoCancer Care: Stage-four breast cancer patient Luanna Duncan is campaigning for reliable access to essential medicines in the public system, as members of her support group struggle to obtain treatment. Regional Health Funding: The US announced a $340.3 million Caribbean and Central America package, including $61.5 million for regional health initiatives; Trinidad and Tobago took part in the dialogue. Nursing Services: Nurses warn they may take further action over unpaid wage arrears, while RHA nurses and other monthly paid workers say they remain on 2013 salaries. Food Recall: GraceKennedy expanded its voluntary recall of specific Tropical Rhythms Fruit Punch batches, including affected one-litre packs sold in Trinidad and Tobago. The company says it is a quality issue, not a food safety concern. Youth Health: A Caribbean psychiatrist is urging countries to reconsider the legal age for alcohol and cannabis use. Trinidad and Tobago recently approved legislation raising the minimum ages to 21 for alcohol and tobacco, and 25 for cannabis.
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