AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 minutes agoHealth Workforce: Bhutan is short about 700 doctors, specialists and nurses, including 366 nurses, 120 general duty medical officers and 139 specialists. The Health Ministry is preparing a workforce strategy as staff departures continue, despite recruitment exceeding losses in recent years. Older People’s Mental Health: Bhutan has eight psychiatrists but none specialising in old-age care. At the national referral hospital, patients aged 65 and over made up 13% of psychiatry patients in 2025; depression was the most common diagnosis. Experts warn that symptoms are often dismissed as normal ageing. Youth Support: Bhutan’s OnMyMind campaign recorded a 16% rise in children contacting support services. A survey found most respondents under 20 could identify signs of stress, though some were unsure when to seek help. Inclusive Emergency Planning: The government says disability needs are being incorporated into disaster warnings, evacuation plans and community response teams.
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