AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoMaternal Health (Edo): More than 120 traditional birth attendants in Edo South were trained on safer delivery, pregnancy danger signs, and when to refer complicated cases to hospitals—aimed at bridging gaps between community midwives and orthodox care. Public Health (Lassa Fever, Oyo): Oyo State warned health workers to treat every patient as potentially infectious as Lassa fever risk continues beyond the usual outbreak months, citing confirmed cases and deaths and urging better hygiene and rat control. Health Innovation (Benin): Benin is reported to be using Korean-developed AI in a nationwide push against malaria. Community Safety (Edo): After an alleged assault in Auchi, Edo, officials and social welfare teams returned to the scene; the victim received medical, psychological, and counselling support at a sexual assault referral centre. Environment & Health (Porto-Novo, Benin): A Porto-Novo group, Gbobètô, is turning palm nut shells and other farm leftovers into eco-charcoal briquettes—cutting waste while supporting cleaner household cooking. Food Safety (West Africa): A regional study ranks Nigeria second for acute pesticide poisoning among farmers and farm workers, alongside findings of pesticide residues in commonly eaten foods. Sports & Youth Health (Benin): Benin’s U-20 women were heavily beaten 8-0 by Argentina at the World Cup, ending another tough run.
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