AGP Executive Report
Last update: a few seconds agoLeptospirosis Alert: The Dominican Republic reports 19 deaths from leptospirosis so far this year, with about 260 registered cases—an increase that health officials link to exposure to infected animal urine, not just rodents. Epidemiology Watch: SINAVE data show malaria falling sharply (673 cases in 2025 to 115 in 2026) while leptospirosis surges (253 in 2026 vs 85 in 2025), plus rising whooping cough (7 cases in 2026 vs 1 in 2025) and continued dengue activity. Workplace Safety: Workplace accidents hit 35,670 cases in 2025, and commuting risks are rising—more than 80% of commuting accidents involve motorcycles, with Santiago among the highest. Disaster Preparedness: A seismic vulnerability study highlights the need to evaluate and reinforce hospitals and schools, with thousands of building and infrastructure assessments already underway. Health Innovation: INTEC and AI Robotix are backing an Alzheimer’s research project using AI and biomedical data to support earlier diagnosis and new prevention and treatment approaches. Policy Agenda: Congress begins the Second Ordinary Legislature of 2026 with pending reforms that include updates to the General Health Law and Mental Health Law.
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