AGP Executive Report
Last update: 23 minutes agoPet Health & Biosecurity: Macau’s Municipal Affairs Bureau (IAM) says dogs and cats from rabies-affected countries won’t need the old 30-day quarantine if they pass pre-entry checks (microchip, vaccination, antibody testing) and an IAM vet inspection on arrival, aligning rules with WOAH risk-based guidance. Public Health Watch: Macau recorded its 9th Legionnaires’ disease case this year: a 61-year-old man with chronic illness is stable after travel to the mainland; SSM will collect environmental samples to find the source. Food Safety: IAM ordered a local plant to stop production and recall boneless chicken feet after Listeria was found in samples, with higher-risk groups urged to be extra cautious. Regulation Update: Hong Kong’s Department of Health will regulate medical gases as pharmaceutical products from June 14, requiring proper licences and registration. Health System Capacity: PUMCH says it has integrated Da Vinci robotic surgery into routine practice via local referrals, aiming to reduce the need for patients to travel abroad. Reproductive Health Governance: Hong Kong reappointed Professor Wong Man-sau and added Professor Chow Ka-ming to the Council on Human Reproductive Technology. Anti-Smoking Policy: Macau lawmakers passed first reading of a bill proposing a full public-space vape possession/use ban and tighter smoking limits near hospitals and schools. Blood Donation: SSM honoured 1,000+ residents who reached five blood donations, highlighting ongoing support for transfusion needs.
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