AGP Executive Report
Last update: an hour agoHospital Pressure in Famagusta: More than 11,000 people were treated at Famagusta General Hospital’s A&E over June–August, with the department averaging about 120 cases a day as the tourist rush strains staffing and forces long shifts. Dementia Alarm for Women: Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias are reported as the second leading cause of death among women in Cyprus, highlighting the need for earlier diagnosis and stronger support for patients and carers. Diabetes & Obesity Medicine Access: Cyprus patients’ groups are pushing to end the special approval process for some diabetes and obesity treatments, saying delays happen even when supplies aren’t the issue. EU CAP Payments Clarification: The European Commission confirms no Common Agricultural Policy payments are made to farmers in areas not under the Republic’s control, while also pointing to ongoing foot-and-mouth measures. Mosquito Risk Watch: Aedes aegypti mosquitoes have been found breeding in east London, and Cyprus is flagged as having the species established in parts of the country—raising dengue and other mosquito-borne disease concerns. Child Injury at Stadium: A 10-year-old was taken to hospital after a battery thrown from the stands during an APOEL-AEL match in Nicosia, renewing calls for safer matchday environments.
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