AGP Executive Report
Last update: 4 hours agoIndia Pharma Push: PM Modi used Independence Day to urge Indian pharma firms to aim for the world’s top five, with a bigger role in R&D, biologics, biosimilars and next-gen therapies. Education & Workforce: He also said India added 650 new universities and more than doubled medical seats since 2014, plus promised free online coaching. Weight-loss Drug Crackdown: Telangana’s Drugs Control Administration raided 43 medical shops over alleged illegal sales of prescription GLP-1 weight-loss medicines like tirzepatide and semaglutide, citing missing prescriptions and records. Personalized Medicine Tech: A new report explores how 3D printing could enable on-demand, patient-specific doses instead of one-size-fits-all tablets. Healthcare Access & Cost: Haryana is launching five AMRIT pharmacies offering discounted medicines (up to 50% off) starting Aug. 15. Policy & Payments: Medicare approved a new add-on payment for an AI radiology triage tool, aiming to speed up diagnosis. Public Health Response: Yangon authorities reported rising diarrhea cases in parts of the city and said hospitals have stockpiled supplies and trained staff. Safety & Regulation: Portugal travel guidance warns Brits to plan ahead for strict medication rules and heat storage needs.
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