AGP Executive Report
Last update: 5 hours agoHealth Policy & Care Workforce: Bulgaria faces a serious nurse shortage, with numbers nearly halved over 35 years and over 76% of nurses now aged 45+, while Burgas is highlighted as a rare bright spot driving interest in the profession. Metabolic Health Research: Scientists in Plovdiv are developing a plant-based combination aimed at metabolic balance, moving toward a food supplement after lab and preclinical testing. Nutrition & Gut Health: A new look at Greek yogurt explains why “true” strained Greek yogurt may offer more protein and fewer lactose/sugar trade-offs than conventional or frozen versions, with potential gut benefits. Public Health & Environment: A global report links air pollution to around 8 million deaths in 2023 and major economic costs, with Sofia’s pollution sources (traffic and wood-burning) singled out. Animal Health: Bulgaria reports outbreaks of sheep and goat pox in the Plovdiv region and another case in Kyustendil, raising concerns for rural herds. Food Safety & Medicine: Polpharma Santo begins exporting Kazakhstan-made sitagliptin to EU markets, while Bulgaria’s consumer watchdog plans fuel-price checks and broader scrutiny of unjustified increases.
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