AGP Executive Report
Last update: 21 minutes agoDengue Prevention: The Health Ministry urged residents to remove standing water and seek care promptly for symptoms. The country reported 396 confirmed cases through epidemiological week 39, with DENV-2 circulating. Regional Health Funding: The U.S. announced $61.5 million for Caribbean health initiatives, including the Dominican Republic in its regional dialogue; the country’s share was not specified. Cancer Care: Reports highlight waits of up to three months for a cancer diagnosis and the high cost of treatment; authorities also say access to medicines for high-cost illnesses is being secured. Medicine Safety: Dominican authorities seized nearly 47 million illicit medicines and medical supplies. Vaccination: The national influenza campaign began with more than 400,000 doses available.
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