AGP Executive Report
Last update: 12 hours agoFlu & Covid readiness: Luxembourg hospitals are seeing a predictable autumn rise in flu and Covid cases, with doctors urging annual flu vaccination for all age groups (including healthcare workers) and highlighting that colder weather and more travel are driving spread. New child flu vaccine: “Fluenz” nasal spray is now available for children in Luxembourg, offered free of charge via paediatricians/CHL or by prescription, with guidance that it’s not for kids with very weak immune systems or certain egg allergies. GLP-1 use in youth: New real-world research presented in Milan looks at how GLP-1 receptor agonist drugs are being prescribed for children and young people in Germany, Austria and Luxembourg, as use expands for obesity and type 2 diabetes. Forever chemicals in blood: A European Parliament-linked PFAS study includes Luxembourg participants, with reporting that Croatian participants found very high “forever chemical” levels—renewing pressure for monitoring and prevention. Local health & environment: Luxembourg’s forests are in steep decline, with surveys showing most trees damaged or under severe water stress, a climate-linked risk that can affect long-term wellbeing. Workforce learning: The Luxembourg Chamber of Employees calls for more resources for lifelong learning, citing limited training opportunities and asking to increase training leave days. Visa talks: Ghana has started discussions with Luxembourg and Benelux on a possible visa-waiver arrangement, alongside cooperation on digital tech and agro-processing.
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