AGP Executive Report
Last update: 36 minutes agoIndigenous Health: Esse Ejja leaders in Bolivia say aid to their community overlooked urgent needs: medicine, food and medical care amid mercury contamination in fish and water. Gold mining is spreading mercury through Amazonian waterways, threatening Indigenous health. Climate Emergency: Bolivia declared a national emergency as El Niño-driven drought affects 78,000 families across six departments and has contributed to the loss of more than 75,000 cattle. The measure lets governments mobilize resources for drought and other climate threats. Maternal Nutrition: Bolivia is updating nutritional kits for mothers and expanding digital distribution, aiming to improve access to support. Travel Health: Visitors to La Paz should plan for the high altitude and allow time to acclimatize. CDC guidance also recommends yellow fever vaccination for many South American destinations, including at-risk areas of Bolivia; travelers should check advice for their route and get vaccinated at least 10 days before travel.
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