AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoMedical Tourism Watch: A new DR-focused guide urges patients to verify surgeon credentials and board certification before elective or aesthetic procedures, warning that “cutting costs” shouldn’t drive the decision. Public Health & Safety: Authorities in Santiago seized 30,000+ illicit goods from Chinese-owned businesses, including medicines and sexual stimulants sold without required sanitary registration or proper labeling. Brain Health Research: A Lancet-published Latin American dementia trial found structured, coached lifestyle programs improved cognition 55% more than lighter advice, with results tested across 11 countries including the Dominican Republic. Tax Compliance for SMEs: DGII is expanding its “Scoring Tributario” tool to small businesses via the Virtual Office, using a star rating to flag missing declarations, overdue payments, and reporting inconsistencies. Disaster Preparedness: The government announced a nationwide earthquake evacuation simulation for Sept. 8, with schools, hospitals, and offices relocating to safe areas. Regional Health Context: Human rights groups say forced Haitian returns are straining Haiti’s ability to receive people, with the Dominican Republic accounting for the vast majority of deportations reported.
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