AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoCancer Care: Patients in the Dominican Republic can wait up to three months for biopsies, colonoscopies and specialist appointments to confirm cancer, oncologists warn, delaying treatment as many arrive with advanced disease. Medicine Safety: Authorities seized nearly 47 million expired, counterfeit, adulterated or unregistered medicines and medical supplies in Santo Domingo Este, calling the illegal stock a serious public-health risk. High-Cost Treatment: Access to medicines worth up to RD$16 million for people with high-cost illnesses has been secured. Medical Tourism: Health and dental-sector representatives say growth depends on patient safety, verified quality and stronger oversight. Separately, a review of cosmetic-surgery complications found the Dominican Republic was the most frequently reported destination in studies outside Europe. Flu Prevention: The national influenza vaccination campaign began with more than 400,000 doses available.
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