AGP Executive Report
Last update: 3 hours agoAdolescent Mental Health in Schools: Bhutan’s Helping Adolescents Thrive (HAT) programme has expanded to 166 schools, bringing structured psychosocial support for ages 10–19 as anxiety, depression and self-harm concerns rise. Cancer Care Access: Bhutan Cancer Society highlights how treatment costs still block many patients even with free services. Maternal Health & Telemedicine: Bhutan is widening telemedicine support for maternal health services. Health Diplomacy: Bhutan’s Health Minister met India’s counterpart in Geneva at the WHO World Health Assembly to push stronger, people-centred health systems and shared solutions. Menstrual Health: Bhutan National Bank marked International Menstrual Hygiene Day by distributing sanitary pads and running financial literacy outreach at Pemacholing nunnery in Bumthang. Safety on Iconic Trails: A Singapore woman died in Bhutan after feeling unwell during a hike down Tiger’s Nest; CPR was given on site and she was taken to Paro Hospital as investigations continue.
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