AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoHealthcare Access: Israel’s Health Ministry reports long waits for MRI scans and 19 planned surgeries in public hospitals, with timing varying by insurer and location—half of MRI patients got scans within 35 days, but a quarter waited over 80. Hospital Ownership & Investment: Rappaport’s Wiz founders are reportedly in talks to buy a 25% stake in Herzliya Medical Center, as a Tshuva deal stalls; the Health Ministry is pushing Clalit to hold a controlling interest, complicating approvals. Detained Gaza Doctor: Rights groups and family say pediatrician Dr. Hussam Abu Safiya, detained since Dec. 2024, is deteriorating after alleged beatings in custody; calls are growing for his release and medical access. Security & Care in Conflict: Reports also highlight clashes after radical Hasidim entered Kifl Haris to visit graves, with injuries treated locally and suspects arrested. AI in Healthcare & Policy: Israel is moving toward AI governance in healthcare via a new regulatory sandbox, while broader debate continues over how AI tools affect safety and mental health. Pharma IP: Recce Pharmaceuticals secured a Vietnamese patent covering its anti-infective candidates, strengthening protection across multiple delivery forms.
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