AGP Executive Report
Last update: 5 hours agoHospital Safety: Princess Margaret Hospital faced public outrage after a video showed a rat inside the facility; the Public Hospitals Authority says it’s apologizing and ramping up pest control, sanitation, inspections, and securing possible entry points linked to construction. Child Health & Recovery: A 9-year-old boy injured in a dog attack in Bimini is improving after emergency treatment in Miami, with more surgeries and rehab still ahead. Education & Staffing: The Bahamas will not renew contracts for 31 Cuban teachers for the new school year, while Cuban healthcare recruitment remains suspended amid talks with the U.S. Public Health Access: Minister Chester Cooper says the National School Breakfast Program will expand to junior high, alongside efforts to address teacher shortages and special education needs. Community Wellness: Urban Renewal and partners hosted a back-to-school giveaway at Windsor Park with health screenings, activities, and supplies for kids. Migration & Health Services: The U.S. Coast Guard transferred 15 migrants to the Bahamas after an interdiction east of Miami, with processing including basic medical attention. Health Policy Watch: Pharmacists say the Bahamas cannabis tracking platform will be pilot tested before year-end using a U.S.-style METRC system.
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