AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoMpox Watch: Costa Rica’s Ministry of Health confirmed two new monkeypox (mpox) cases in San José (men, ages 25 and 55) and activated epidemiological surveillance, including contact tracing; officials say the cases were detected early, patients are under medical monitoring, and there’s no sign of a high-risk spread to the general public. Hydration Reminder: With mid-year heat and vacations underway, the College of Nutrition Professionals (CPN) warns people not to wait for thirst—dehydration can quickly affect concentration and physical performance and can escalate to heat exhaustion or heat stroke. Asthma & Vitamins: A new study in Thorax links higher vitamin A and D levels to better lung function in people with asthma, using Costa Rica’s GACRS child data and an adult lung-function cohort. Avian Flu Update: SENASA renewed beach warnings after unusual bird behavior near Manuel Antonio; authorities confirmed highly pathogenic avian influenza H5 in a blue-footed booby, while stressing poultry remains safe and pelicans were not the confirmed case. Oral Health Leadership: Unspoken Smiles expanded its 2026 fellowship, adding 30 fellows across Costa Rica, Panama, Peru, and Nicaragua to support school screenings and prevention-focused cavity reduction.
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