AGP Executive Report
Last update: 3 hours agoMedicine Access: Health Minister Lackram Bodoe says action is under way to address shortages in the public system, including breast cancer drugs exemestane, anastrozole and letrozole. A pharmacy adviser will investigate supply problems, and safe alternatives may be offered when prescribed medicines are unavailable. Cancer Care: Stage-four breast cancer patient Luanna Duncan says shortages are leaving patients frightened and forcing some to seek costly private treatment. Emerging Diseases: A new EDGe Centre is set to strengthen Trinidad and Tobago’s defences against emerging disease threats. Substance Use: A Caribbean psychiatrist is urging a review of the legal age for alcohol and cannabis use, arguing that public health should guide the debate.
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