AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoChild Poverty Alarm in Italy: The Council of Europe warns that 1 in 7 children (13.8%) live in absolute poverty, urging structural reforms and sustained funding to protect children’s rights. Heatwave Health Pressure: Italy is facing a third major heatwave, with authorities issuing red alerts for 14 cities and reporting excess mortality risk for older adults. Migrant Farm Labour Scrutiny: After the killing of four farm workers in Calabria, Italy’s caporalato system is back under the spotlight, with reports of coercion, long hours, and lack of protections. Public Health & Safety: A separate report highlights food safety failures in inspections, including improper storage and hygiene lapses. Medical Training Spotlight: Aspetar’s Surgery Observer Programme drew dozens of international surgeons, reflecting demand for advanced orthopaedic and sports medicine training. Brain Health Research: New findings suggest gut microbiome changes could improve brain plasticity during ageing, though results are still preclinical.
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