AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoMpox in Thailand: The country recorded 470 cases and three deaths in the first 10 months of 2026. A patient urged the public not to assume infection comes from any one source. Reproductive Health: A new review finds Zika virus can persist in semen after symptoms clear, raising risks for partners and people planning pregnancy; the authors call for updated guidance in fertility care. Health-System Choices: A Walgreens Boots Alliance executive warned Southeast Asian countries against simply copying the US healthcare model, arguing that extending life does not always mean healthier lives. Thailand, like its neighbours, faces rising chronic disease and a shortage of specialists. Food Safety: Researchers detected an average of 318 microplastic particles in hot water from tested disposable noodle cups, including products sold in Thailand. The health effects remain unclear, but the study recommends limiting use of the cups.
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