AGP Executive Report

Mental Health Breakthrough: A new University of California San Diego pilot study in Communications Medicine reports that a supervised ketogenic diet may be feasible and safe for some people with treatment-resistant anorexia nervosa, with most participants completing the 14-week program and many meeting recovery benchmarks. Travel Health Access: UK travel insurer Go Compare warns that travelers without a GHIC card may miss state-provided care in Europe at local cost, urging people to apply before departure (and to still carry travel insurance). Community & Heritage: Mauritius hosted a regional workshop with UNESCO and heritage groups to strengthen preservation and documentation of indentured labour history across the Indian Ocean, aiming for a shared roadmap and better links between communities. Wellness-Adjacent Lifestyle: Saint Mary’s College publicly launched its $200 million “Ring Out Ring True” capital campaign during alumnae reunion weekend, with a focus that includes experimental learning support.

Eating Disorders Research: A new small, supervised study from UC San Diego reports that a ketogenic diet may be feasible and safe for some people with treatment-resistant anorexia nervosa, with most participants completing the 14-week program and many meeting recovery benchmarks while depression scores improved. Travel Health Access: After Brexit, the free GHIC card can help travelers get state-provided care in Europe at low or no cost, but it doesn’t replace travel insurance—so carrying both matters. Community & Wellness: A piece on loneliness highlights that social connection is a basic need across animals, with researchers pointing to how isolation can harm wellbeing. Pride & Youth Support: Scholastic is rolling out LGBTQ+ books for kids and teens, aiming to broaden representation and affirm identities.

Eating Disorders Research: A new small, supervised 14-week study from UC San Diego reports that a medically supported ketogenic diet may be feasible and safe for some people with treatment-resistant anorexia nervosa, with many participants meeting recovery benchmarks and improved depression scores—though researchers stress it’s early and needs careful clinical oversight. Travel Health Access: UK travel insurers are urging people to get a GHIC card before Europe trips, warning that many travelers don’t realize it can reduce out-of-pocket state healthcare costs abroad (but it doesn’t replace travel insurance). Community & Wellness Culture: For Pride Month, Scholastic highlighted new LGBTQ+ books across middle grade and YA, reinforcing representation and mental health-friendly storytelling for young readers. Reunion Day Health Angle: A Reunion Day sports report from South Africa’s Maritzburg College vs Hilton notes the physical intensity of school-level rugby—another reminder to prioritize safe play and recovery.

Eating Disorders Breakthrough: A new UC San Diego pilot study in Communications Medicine reports that a supervised 14-week ketogenic diet may be feasible and safe for some people with treatment-resistant anorexia nervosa, with most participants completing the program and many reaching recovery targets. Travel Health Alert: France is seeing 92 imported mosquito-borne cases (dengue, chikungunya, Zika) linked to travel, as tiger mosquitoes are active across much of the country—health officials urge vigilance. Wellness & Behavior Science: A roundup on loneliness highlights how social connection needs exist across animals and humans, with researchers comparing loneliness to basic needs like hunger and thirst. Nutrition Basics: A quick explainer on vanilla covers where it comes from, why real vanilla is expensive, and how synthetic vanillin differs—useful for everyday food choices.

Eating-Disorder Breakthrough: A new small, supervised 14-week study from UC San Diego reports that a medically monitored ketogenic diet may be feasible and safe for some people with hard-to-treat anorexia nervosa, with most completers meeting recovery targets and depression scores improving. Mosquito-Borne Alerts: France logged 92 imported cases of dengue, chikungunya, and Zika (May 1–25), with health officials urging vigilance as tiger mosquitoes are active across many departments. Community Health Angle: A flooded-cave rescue in Laos ended with four villagers evacuated and reunited with families, while search continues for the remaining two. Wellness-Adjacent Nutrition: A quick explainer on vanilla notes how real vanilla comes from orchid pods and why most “vanilla” products rely on synthetic vanillin.

Eating-Disorder Breakthrough: A new UC San Diego pilot study in Communications Medicine reports that a supervised ketogenic diet may be a feasible and safe option for some people with treatment-resistant anorexia nervosa, with most completers meeting recovery targets and depression scores improving. Mosquito-Borne Alert: France logged 92 imported cases of dengue, chikungunya, and Zika (May 1–25), with dengue the most common, as tiger mosquitoes remain active across many departments—health officials urge vigilance. Reunion-Relevant Climate Angle: A report highlights how living walls and vertical forests—built using plant ecosystems—can cool cities, cut pollution, and support biodiversity, drawing on research that includes time on Réunion.

Mosquito-borne disease watch: France reported 92 imported cases of chikungunya, dengue, and Zika (May 1–25), with dengue the most common; health officials say the tiger mosquito is active in many departments, so travelers should take bite-prevention seriously. Urban health & climate: A Spanish botanist is expanding “vertical forest” living walls that cool cities, cut pollution, and boost biodiversity—research tied to ecosystems including Réunion. Family reunion after disaster: Rescuers in Laos evacuated four villagers trapped in a flooded cave for nearly 10 days, with emotional reunions outside; search continues for two remaining men. Reunion Day sports: Maritzburg College lost 3-0 to Hilton on Reunion Day in a field hockey match marked by early pressure and missed chances. Pride & wellbeing culture: Scholastic highlighted LGBTQ+ books for June, while local event listings spotlight community gatherings that support connection and belonging. Reunion-linked geopolitics: A policy piece on the south-west Indian Ocean flags France’s interests tied to Réunion and nearby territories, focusing on stability and public wellbeing.

Mosquito-borne disease watch (France): Santé publique France reported 92 imported cases of dengue, chikungunya and Zika in mainland France (May 1–25), with dengue the majority and all cases linked to travel—while the tiger mosquito is active across many departments, raising concern for local spread if infected travelers are bitten. Urban heat & health (Réunion link): A Spanish botanist behind vertical “living forest” gardens says her work is informed by research across tropical ecosystems including Réunion, aiming to cool cities, cut pollution and support biodiversity as heatwaves intensify. Community care & reunion (Laos rescue): Four villagers trapped in a flooded cave for nearly 10 days were evacuated and reunited with family in emotional scenes, while rescuers continue searching for the remaining two. Food culture (UN/UNESCO): UNESCO recognized Italian cuisine’s traditions as “intangible” heritage, spotlighting iconic dishes and where to find them—an easy wellness-adjacent read for food lovers. Pride & representation: Scholastic released new LGBTQ+ titles for June, adding more affirming reads across middle grade and YA.

Mosquito-borne disease watch (France): French health authorities report 92 imported cases of chikungunya, dengue, and Zika in mainland France (May 1–25), all linked to travel abroad—dengue leads (79 cases). With tiger mosquitoes active from May to November across 83 departments, officials urge vigilance to prevent local spread. Urban heat & health (Réunion-linked research): A Spanish botanist behind “vertical forests” says living walls can cool cities, cut pollution, and support biodiversity; his work includes study time on Réunion Island. Disaster response (Laos cave rescue): Four villagers trapped in a flooded cave for nearly 10 days were evacuated and reunited with families; rescuers say two men remain to be found, with medical support underway. ALS death (health news): French actor Pierre Deny, 69, died after complications of ALS (Lou Gehrig’s disease).

Mosquito-borne alerts: France reported 92 imported cases of dengue, chikungunya and Zika in mainland areas from May 1–25, with no local spread yet—health officials say vigilance matters because the tiger mosquito is established across many departments. Community & culture: A Pride-focused Scholastic roundup highlighted LGBTQ+ books for all ages, while local event listings and library programming spotlighted community connection through music and reading. Mental health angle on loneliness: A feature explored how loneliness affects animals too, framing social needs as something as real as hunger or thirst. Health in the real world: Rescuers in Laos evacuated four villagers after nearly 10 days trapped in a flooded cave, with medical support expected as families reunited. Reunion & identity: A story on DNA ancestry testing warned that unexpected family discoveries can be emotionally destabilizing, underscoring the need for support. Reunion in the Indian Ocean: A geopolitical piece noted France’s interest in the south-west Indian Ocean, including Réunion, through the lens of citizen well-being and regional stability.

Mosquito-borne disease watch: France reported 92 imported cases of chikungunya, dengue and Zika in mainland areas from May 1–25, with dengue the most common; health officials say the tiger mosquito is active and established across many departments, so travelers and clinicians should stay alert. Urban heat & air quality: A Spanish botanist behind vertical “living forest” gardens says work rooted in research from Réunion is helping cities cool down, cut pollution and boost biodiversity by turning building walls into plant ecosystems. Health access after deportation orders: In Saint-Denis, dozens of immigrant students graduating from technical programs are instead receiving deportation orders (OQTF), with students describing shock and depression as they face disrupted medical training paths. Community resilience: Rescuers in Laos evacuated villagers trapped in a flooded cave for nearly 10 days; families reunited outside the cave, while authorities continue searching for the remaining men. Wellness-friendly food facts: A roundup on vanilla explains where it comes from, why real vanilla is pricier, and how synthetic vanillin differs—useful for everyday nutrition choices.

Imported Mosquito-Borne Alerts: France reported 92 imported cases of mosquito-borne illnesses (mostly dengue) from May 1–25, with all infections linked to travel abroad—while tiger mosquitoes are active from May to November across much of the country, raising the stakes for prevention. Urban Heat & Greening: A Spanish botanist behind vertical “living forest” walls says work inspired by ecosystems including Réunion can help cool cities, cut pollution, and support biodiversity—an increasingly practical wellness angle as heatwaves intensify. Health Aftercare & Identity Support: A new focus on what to do after ancestry DNA surprises highlights the emotional strain unexpected results can cause, pointing people toward support pathways. Community Care Through Movement: Local event listings include outdoor music and senior-focused gatherings, reinforcing simple, low-cost ways to stay socially connected—especially important when loneliness can harm health. Reunion & Resilience: A flooded-cave rescue in Laos ended with villagers reunited with family, with reports noting medical follow-up needs as a key part of recovery.

Mosquito-borne disease watch: France reported 92 imported cases of chikungunya, dengue, and Zika in mainland areas from May 1–25, with dengue the most common; officials say the tiger mosquito is active May–November and is established across 83 departments, so travelers returning from overseas (including the Indian Ocean) are the key risk pathway. Urban climate health: A Spanish botanist behind “vertical forests” says living walls can cool cities, cut pollution, and boost biodiversity, drawing on research from places including Réunion. Health & rights in France: In Saint-Denis, Al Jazeera reports some students in technical training (including medicine-focused BTS programs) receiving deportation orders instead of job prospects, raising concerns about mental health impacts like depression. ALS awareness: French actor Pierre Deny died at 69 after complications from ALS. Community wellness events: Okotoks’ Seniors’ Week kicks off June 1 with entertainment and activities, plus a Repair Café and other local gatherings.

Public Health Watch (Réunion/Indian Ocean): France reported 92 imported mosquito-borne infections in mainland France from May 1–25 (79 dengue, 12 chikungunya, 1 Zika), all linked to travel abroad—while the tiger mosquito is active from May to November across 83 departments, raising the risk of local spread if infected travelers are bitten. Urban Wellness (Réunion link): A Spanish botanist behind “vertical forests” says his research across places including Réunion helped shape living walls that cool buildings, cut pollution, and support biodiversity. Community & Care: Emotional rescues in Laos saw four villagers evacuated after nearly 10 days trapped in a flooded cave, with families reunited outside as medical help was arranged. Health Policy (France): French MPs voted to repeal slavery-era royal edicts, including the Code Noir—an important symbolic step tied to how health and rights have been shaped by history. Local Culture: Traveller Pride events highlighted community support, education pathways, and family reunion traditions.

Mosquito-borne disease watch (France): Santé publique France reports 92 imported cases of chikungunya, dengue, and Zika in mainland France (May 1–25), with dengue the most common; officials warn the tiger mosquito is active May–November and urge vigilance to prevent local spread. Health & immigration stress (France): In Saint-Denis, some students in technical training say they’ve received deportation orders (OQTF) instead of job pathways, with accounts describing shock and depression. ALS update (France): Actor Pierre Deny, known for “Emily in Paris,” died at 69 after complications of ALS. Community wellness & culture (Reunion-relevant): A feature on vertical “living forests” notes research shaped by time on Réunion, highlighting living walls that cool cities, cut pollution, and support biodiversity. Public health travel concern (U.S.): Enhanced Ebola screenings are being added for travelers arriving from Congo, Uganda, and South Sudan amid ongoing outbreaks. Climate/heat adaptation (Europe): The vertical-gardens story ties into broader efforts to reduce heat impacts in dense cities.

Mosquito-borne alerts: France reported 92 imported cases of mosquito-borne diseases (79 dengue, 12 chikungunya, 1 Zika) from May 1–25, all linked to travel abroad, as the tiger mosquito is now established across 83 departments and active through November. Urban heat & nature solutions: A Spanish botanist behind vertical “living forest” gardens says his work—shaped by research including Réunion—can cool cities, cut pollution, and boost biodiversity by turning building walls into plant ecosystems. Health & travel screening: The U.S. is adding enhanced Ebola screenings for travelers arriving from Congo, Uganda and South Sudan, as outbreaks continue and officials push for tighter exposure checks. Public health & deportation stress: In Saint-Denis, some students studying medicine and other vocational tracks say they’re receiving deportation orders instead of job pathways—raising concerns about mental health and access to care.