AGP Executive Report
Last update: 5 hours agoAyurveda in Mauritius: The University of Mauritius inaugurated an Ayurveda Information Corner ahead of Ayurveda Day 2026, with a half-day symposium under India’s “Know Ayurveda” campaign—aimed at giving students and researchers access to Ayurveda learning resources. Public health research spotlight: A major scientific review highlights Leucas aspera (Dronapushpi), a traditional Indian herb also found in Mauritius, describing a wide range of potential medicinal uses from fevers and coughs to skin infections and anti-snake venom properties. HPV prevention progress (regional): Uttar Pradesh reported reaching its 100% HPV vaccination target for eligible 14-year-old girls, reinforcing cervical cancer prevention efforts through free vaccination at government facilities. Health policy and youth vaping (regional): Bahrain is considering raising the legal smoking age from 18 to 20 and moving toward a broader crackdown on e-cigarettes, including sale, import, use and possession. Health-linked governance: SADC anti-corruption leaders stressed that fighting graft is inseparable from funding essentials like schools and hospitals—linking accountability to better health services.
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