AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoMater Dei Upgrade: Malta’s Health Minister Ian Borg says Mater Dei’s emergency department expansion will start in August and take about three years, with cubicles rising from 32 to 70 and paediatric emergency capacity also set to increase. Medicines Access (EU): The European Parliament’s public health committee backed the European Critical Medicines Act, including a joint procurement route that could help Malta negotiate better medicine prices and improve availability for smaller markets. Assisted Dying (France): French lawmakers gave final approval to assisted dying for adults with serious, incurable, life-threatening conditions—making France the 14th country worldwide to allow it, with Malta among others considering similar moves. Air Safety (Ryanair/Malta Air): A passenger on a Malta Air-operated Ryanair flight was seriously injured after a window dislodged mid-flight; reports point to a right engine issue and cabin decompression, while investigators continue. Public Health Infrastructure: Europa Nostra experts urged Malta to preserve Gozo’s British Barracks at Fort Chambray, citing its historical links to military and civilian healthcare roles. Family Health Policy (Surrogacy): Labour MP Romilda Zarb called for Malta to open debate on legalising surrogacy, arguing IVF reforms show politics can tackle difficult topics.
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