AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoMalaria Control Win: The Dominican Republic reported zero malaria deaths in 2026 and an 82% drop in incidence, with 133 cases confirmed so far and transmission concentrated in rural, agricultural areas—especially Azua. Mental Health Access: A proposal backed by family-law lawyer Frederick Ferreras would create a Child and Adolescent Mental Health Crisis Intervention Unit in Santo Domingo Este to speed specialized care during emergencies. AI in Business: A new National Statistics Office bulletin says 35% of formal Dominican companies with internet access already use AI, led by larger firms and sectors like mining, construction, and manufacturing. Humanitarian Pressure at the Border: Rights groups warn that nearly 200,000 Haitians forcibly returned to Haiti in 2026 are overwhelming services, with the Dominican Republic accounting for the vast majority of returns. Contact Lens Safety Reminder: A viral case highlights acanthamoeba keratitis after contact lenses were worn during a shower in the Dominican Republic, underscoring that water and contacts don’t mix. Health System Watch: The U.S. carried out another deportation flight to Haiti after TPS ended, adding further strain to an already fragile humanitarian situation.
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