AGP Executive Report
Last update: 2 hours agoDengue & chikungunya travel updates: The CDC revised its dengue destination list, with some countries dropping off while others remain, and also updated a Level 2 chikungunya notice for northwest Costa Rica’s Guanacaste (including Playa Langosta), as beach travel peaks. Digital health push: Costa Rica’s MedTech sector is expanding beyond manufacturing into broader services, while the country also joins SNOMED International to advance its digital health strategy. Workforce & health equity: A coalition of Costa Rican and Panamanian groups is urging the state to guarantee decent living and working conditions for Ngäbe-Buglé coffee workers ahead of the main harvest. Local economy with health ripple effects: Costa Rica’s Central Bank cut its 2026 growth forecast, citing El Niño-related risks that could affect agriculture, electricity, and consumer prices. Public health research on dementia: A new culturally adapted Latin America lifestyle trial reports improved thinking skills, adding momentum to dementia prevention efforts. Safety note for travelers: A Colorado student reportedly found a venomous pit viper in her carry-on after a Costa Rica trip.
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