AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoRobotic Care at Home: ADK Hospital says Maldives has completed its first robotic-assisted surgeries—two robotic total knee replacements—aimed at bringing more specialized treatment locally instead of sending patients abroad. Aasandha Reform: President Muizzu announced changes to Aasandha for high-income earners (MVR 65,000+), with full coverage expected to end and co-payment/pre-payment or annual contributions likely. Road Safety Push: HPA urged motorcyclists to make helmet use a daily habit, noting proper helmet use can cut severe brain injury risk by up to 74% and highlighting helmet rules on key roads and bridges. Medicine Access Upgrade: State Pharma installed a digital stock system to show pharmacy availability in real time, with a public update planned within two months plus a 24-hour hotline (1505). Cold Chain for Vaccines: Maldives laid groundwork for a central cold chain facility in Hulhumalé under an ADB-funded project to strengthen safe storage of vaccines and temperature-sensitive health supplies. Training More Clinicians: IGMH opened applications for its 13th medical internship round, increasing slots to 24 and offering an MVR 10,000 allowance. Wellness Tourism: Huvafen Fushi launched two longevity-focused underwater spa treatments, while COMO Maldives unveiled expert-led wellness residencies and journeys.
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