AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoFDA Watch: Abbott’s Libre Duo 10 Day got FDA authorization for continuous dual glucose-and-ketone monitoring in people age 2+—a first in the U.S. for ketones and a global first for combining ketones and glucose in one wearable, with real-time alerts to support earlier action. Access & Equity: Ethiopia says it wants Addis Ababa to become a major African healthcare hub, including specialized care and medical tourism, alongside more local pharma and medical device production. Rural Care: Tanzania targets universal enrollment in its Universal Health Insurance Scheme by 2028/29, with poor households covered via government support and an expanded Health Equity Fund. Care Delivery: Lee Health is opening a new outpatient center at The Forum in eastern Lee County, adding primary care, convenient care, and on-site labs to reduce travel for patients. Emergency Pressure: CMS data show average U.S. ED wait times near 2.5 hours, with many patients waiting over 3 hours. Workforce & Mental Health: Calgary Institute of Counselling expands to a larger 21-office Crowfoot location to bring mental health and related medical support together. Employer Costs: More employers are dropping GLP-1 weight-loss coverage for 2027 as healthcare costs rise, with pharmacy spending expected to climb. Preventive Focus: Amway Malaysia’s Healthspan Summit highlights preventive screening uptake as the country ages.
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