AGP Executive Report
Last update: 12 minutes agoTeen Social Media Ban Under Fire: Australia’s under-16 social media ban is being toughened after new research found little early impact, with most teens still accessing platforms despite age checks—prompting calls to strengthen enforcement powers for the eSafety Commission. Medicare Access Alarm: Controversial Medicare changes that would require a physical or electronic signature for every claim have been delayed after warnings they could block vulnerable patients, including people in dementia care. Obesity Trend Watch: New research highlights obesity rising fastest among younger adults and widening inequalities, with experts urging prevention beyond relying on long-term weight-loss drugs. Cancer Risk Signal: A large analysis links very low testosterone with higher risk of dying from cancer (noting it’s a marker, not a reason to self-treat). Heat & Health: European cities are sharing practical heat-safety approaches, including official check-in systems for older people. Flu Vaccine Competition: The EU opens an antitrust probe into Sanofi’s flu vaccine marketing, with potential implications for competition in the market. Pet Cancer Breakthrough: Anivive Lifesciences wins full FDA approval for an at-home oral treatment for canine lymphoma, expanding options for vets and pet owners.
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