AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoWildlife Safety Tragedy: A senior crocodile keeper at Adventure Park in Port Moresby died after a feeding demonstration on Sept 5. Witnesses say the crocodile clamped onto his legs and dragged him into the pool, with bystanders and staff trying to free him while police and St John Ambulance responded. The park says the crocodile was euthanised during the rescue and it has closed and launched an internal review of animal handling and feeding procedures. Health Services & Preparedness: PNG’s Minister for Health and National Emergency Services Dr Billy Joseph says the country must shift from reactive disaster response to preparedness, including trained personnel, logistics, communication systems, and detailed emergency plans. Cardiac Care in the Region: Fiji’s Sri Sathya Sai Sanjeevani Heart Hospital is expanding free paediatric cardiac services across the Pacific, including recent treatment for children from Solomon Islands and Kiribati. Local Health Recognition: A Namibian nurse, Josephine Angula of Bethesda Medical Centre, is a finalist for a global nursing award, highlighting the role of primary care in underserved communities. Public Health Research: Researchers report insect-specific viruses in PNG Culex mosquitoes, mapping a diverse hidden viral world that could inform future disease understanding. Sports With Medical Staff: PNG Binatangs and Kurakums junior AFL squads name medical officials for upcoming Queensland carnivals, underscoring ongoing focus on player wellbeing.
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