AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoDutch Elm Disease Watch: Edmonton confirmed four more Dutch elm disease cases, bringing the total to 14 since 2024, with infected trees set for removal and nearby elms within 20 metres also targeted. Maternal Health Concern: Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam research suggests some micro- and nanoplastics can cross the placental barrier and may affect steroid hormone production during pregnancy, though scientists stress there’s no conclusive proof of harm to fetal development yet. Autism Screening in Adults: A Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam-led study using an autism questionnaire plus online emotion, perception and mental-skill tests distinguished autistic from non-autistic adults with 92% accuracy, aiming to help with adult assessment delays. MS Treatment Decisions: A report highlights growing debate over stopping disease-modifying therapy in older, stable MS patients, focusing on who might safely de-escalate and what risks remain. Healthcare Tech & Detection: Rising use of skin cancer apps in the Netherlands is helping support melanoma detection, pointing to more digital support in early diagnosis. Global Neonatal Crisis: Aid cuts are linked to a sharp rise in newborn deaths in the world’s most vulnerable communities, with UNHCR-linked data showing neonatal mortality up 81% among refugee women between 2025 and 2026.
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