AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoPreventive Care Update: Kuwait’s Ministry of Health expanded its optional shingles vaccination, now covering all adults 50+ and adults 18+ with weakened immune systems, with access via 40 preventive clinics and major hospitals. Dermatology Awareness: Kuwait dermatologists held an awareness day on hidradenitis suppurativa, urging early diagnosis and noting links to obesity and smoking, plus summer-related skin flare risks. Regulation & Safety: Kuwait shut seven private healthcare facilities over serious violations, including unlicensed practice and improper procedures such as Botox/filler by a person registered as a sales representative. Marine Health & Environment: Kuwait Dive Team called for urgent action against plastic pollution, reporting major cleanups in Kuwait Bay and warning that debris and microplastics can reach the food chain. Community Health Events: World Paramedic Day activities kicked off at The Avenues, featuring hands-only first aid training and public awareness of emergency medical services. Public Health Partnerships: Kuwaiti charities continued expanding education, healthcare, water security and sustainable housing projects abroad, including a new USD 1m education and empowerment agreement for Jerusalem.
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