AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoTelemedicine for rural care: Katim Tasol Foundation is testing a “Lighthouse” primary-care model in Morobe, using telemedicine plus infrastructure and ongoing training to tackle the lack of second opinions for remote health workers. Child health screening: Operation Open Heart screened 91 children for heart conditions at Goroka General Hospital, identifying complex cases and listing some for further discussions and possible PDA surgery. Doctors under pressure: The National Doctors Association condemned the killing of young doctor Robert Waiye in Kundiawa, urging police to pursue justice without delay. Childhood cancer concern: A rise in brain tumors among PNG children is being flagged, with calls for earlier detection and stronger capacity for diagnosis and treatment. Birth registration push: PNGCIR, UNICEF and Australia launched a birth registration awareness campaign at the 3-mile Susu Mama clinic in Port Moresby, stressing that birth certificates unlock access to health care and other services. Measles warning: Western Pacific measles is resurging amid vaccine gaps and misinformation, highlighting the need to reach every child with routine immunisation. Displacement and health strain: A PNG National Research Institute report warns internal displacement is disrupting education, healthcare and livelihoods, driven by tribal conflict, land disputes, disasters and climate impacts.
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