AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoRegulatory Action: The Philippines’ Professional Regulation Commission suspended physician-political vlogger Lorraine Marie T. Badoy for six months over red-tagging posts tied to alleged links with the CPP-NPA-NDF, a move critics say has fueled threats against health workers and other professionals. Trans Health Access: In the Philippines, endocrinology experts warn that many transgender people start hormone-related care via Facebook and peer advice when specialist clinics and lab monitoring are scarce—raising safety concerns about self-medication. Workplace Safety: Massachusetts health workers report escalating violence, with data cited that assaults and threats occur about every 36 minutes, pushing lawmakers toward stronger protections. Menopause & the Economy: Ireland’s menopause conversation is framed as both a health and economic issue, with calls for better access to treatment after years of public discussion. Healthcare Innovation & Ops: Ntracts launched CLM Flex to help smaller healthcare organizations manage contracts without enterprise complexity, while smartbax secured €6.3M to advance an antibiotic program toward IND filing. Domestic Medical Devices: Indonesia cut endoscope imports from 100% to 84% in 2025, saving US$5.75M and aiming for more locally made equipment. Cybersecurity: A joint briefing in the Philippines highlighted rising AI-driven cyber threats to healthcare and other critical sectors.
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