AGP Executive Report
Last update: 12 hours agoMedication Safety: The Health Ministry warned residents against buying weight-loss injections and peptides through social media or importing them without medical oversight, citing risks from unknown ingredients, incorrect doses and contamination. Diabetes Care: A specialist says about 3,500 people with diabetes in the BVI may need eye screening, but just over 250 have been checked; roughly 30% had eye conditions needing attention. The Health Minister estimates more than 4,000 residents have diabetes, with many undiagnosed. Health Services: Health Minister Vincent Wheatley and Opposition Leader Marlon Penn clashed over the confidential process for recruiting a new BVI Health Services Authority CEO, with Penn pressing for greater transparency. Family Safety: BVI officials say stalking, financial exploitation and physical and emotional abuse are common, and urged people to recognise controlling behaviour and seek support.
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