AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoMaternal & malaria updates: The Dominican Republic reported a 20% drop in maternal deaths (126 in 2025 to 101 in 2026 through epidemiological week 36) and a sharp 82% decline in confirmed malaria cases (760 to 137), with no new malaria cases or deaths in week 36. Vector-borne disease watch: For 2026 so far, health authorities logged 338 dengue cases (including 1 death) and 137 malaria cases, plus 275 leptospirosis cases—many linked to flooding in Puerto Plata. Eye health reminder: Retinitis pigmentosa is highlighted as a rare, inherited condition where early warning signs like night blindness and progressive peripheral vision loss should prompt timely specialist care. Health system quality push: CEMDOE and INTEGRA hosted the International Health Quality and Safety Forum, focusing on patient safety, clinical research governance, and responsible innovation. Public health & travel safety: The U.S. Embassy urged travelers to the Dominican Republic to get travel insurance, while MIREX warned Dominicans about fraudulent job offers sending people to Russia. Health-related community news: A Caribbean wellness center concept is spotlighted as an “airport wellness” model opening in the Dominican Republic.
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