AGP Executive Report
Last update: 5 hours agoHealth Policy: Bulgaria’s Council of Ministers will review an October 25 election spending plan and also consider health-related steps, including a 2026–2028 cooperation plan with North Macedonia’s Health Ministry. Reform Fallout: Chief State Health Inspector Angel Kunchev asked to step down, warning planned changes could slow regional health inspectorates and complicate emergency response. Medicines Pricing Fight: Patient and professional groups oppose closing the National Council on Prices and Reimbursement of Medicinal Products, saying it would weaken transparency and delay access to treatment. Public Health Alerts: West Nile virus is actively circulating across the Balkans; Bulgaria has reported its first case of the year. Measles Crisis: Bulgaria’s measles outbreak is linked to suspected fake vaccination records, with authorities citing missing antibodies in vaccinated children. Heat Impact: Europe’s heatwaves may have caused at least 35,000 excess deaths this summer, with the toll highest in Germany, France, and Spain. Wellness & Lifestyle: A celebrity trainer’s “six fundamental exercises” trend and a guide to choosing Greek yoghurt highlight ongoing focus on fitness and gut-friendly nutrition.
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