AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoHealth Workforce: Bhutan is short nearly 700 doctors, specialists and nurses, including 366 nurses, 120 general duty medical officers and 139 specialists. The Health Ministry is developing a workforce strategy as staff departures continue, despite recruitment outpacing attrition in recent years. Ageing and Mental Health: Bhutan has no psychiatrist specialising in older people, though they make up 13% of patients seen by JDWNRH’s psychiatry service. Depression, anxiety and dementia are among the main concerns. Health Investment: India has handed Bhutan Nu. 2.90 billion under the 13th Five Year Plan for projects including healthcare and a super-speciality hospital.**
Note: AI summary from news headlines; neutral sources weighted more to help reduce bias in the result. Feedback is welcome. Please let us know if you have any comments or suggestions about the AGP Executive Report.
Perspectify News
