AGP Executive Report
Last update: 5 hours agoFood Safety: One person has died and 41 people were hospitalised in Singida after eating makande and drinking locally prepared togwa. Their condition was improving as police investigated the suspected poisoning. Ebola Preparedness: Tanzania is screening arrivals at airports, land borders and seaports, requiring health declarations and 21-day monitoring for high-risk travellers as cases rise in Kenya. Health Coverage: Insurance premiums reached Sh2.55 trillion in 2025, driven by a sharp rise in health premiums; 39.3% of Tanzania’s population had insurance cover. Nutrition: The government is urging families to eat balanced, nutrient-rich diets, noting that food production alone cannot address child stunting or rising obesity. Cancer Care: Health workers say fear and stigma can delay breast cancer screening, while early detection improves treatment outcomes. Prevention: World Handwashing Day events in Dar es Salaam urged people to wash with soap and running water to help prevent infections.
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