AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoMaternal health alarm: UNICEF says 68.2% of births in the Dominican Republic happened by cesarean section—far above WHO global estimates—especially in the private sector (89% vs 52.8% in public), urging a review of obstetric practices and safer, justified use of major surgery. Water safety amid drought: Onpeco warns that declining water sources are turning into a public health and consumer protection issue, calling for tighter oversight of drinking-water production, packaging, storage, transport, and inspections—plus stronger protection of watersheds and recharge areas. Disaster response with health supplies: The Dominican Republic sent about 50 tons of humanitarian aid to Colombia after an earthquake, including food, medicines, medical equipment, hygiene, and cleaning items. Health system know-how for expats: A new guide explains how to find doctors, choose hospitals, get prescriptions, and handle urgent care in the Dominican Republic’s private system. Nuclear medicine link: Energy officials say nuclear technology is being explored not only for power, but also for nuclear medicine, agriculture, water management, and environmental monitoring. Tourism safety concern: A British teen died after severe burns from a boat explosion near Saona; local hospitals treated dozens, and the cause is still under investigation.
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