AGP Executive Report
Last update: 2 hours agoAdolescent Mental Health in Schools: Bhutan has expanded its Helping Adolescents Thrive (HAT) programme to 166 schools, training school counsellors and wellbeing focal persons to support ages 10–19 as anxiety, depression and self-harm concerns rise. Cancer Care Access: The Bhutan Cancer Society is working to bridge cancer care gaps, but patients still face major cost barriers even with free services. Menstrual Health Support: Bhutan National Bank marked International Menstrual Hygiene Day at Pemacholing nunnery in Bumthang, distributing sanitary pads to around 150 nuns and running financial literacy outreach. Health Safety on the Trail: A Singapore woman died in Bhutan after feeling unwell during a hike near Tiger’s Nest; CPR was given on site and she was taken to Paro Hospital as investigations continue. Health System Links: Bhutan’s Health Minister met India’s counterpart at the WHO World Health Assembly in Geneva to discuss strengthening resilient, people-centred health services. Animal Health Alert: Bhutan-linked livestock disease concerns prompted a ban on trans-border yak movement near the Indo-Bhutan border to prevent haemorrhagic septicaemia spread.
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