AGP Executive Report
Last update: an hour agoMosquito-borne disease watch: Costa Rica’s dengue situation is worsening, with cases topping 3,400 through epidemiological week 32—about a 30% jump versus the same period last year—while health teams report major vector-control efforts across hundreds of thousands of homes; Public health risk: Malaria is also showing signs of resurgence after earlier progress, keeping pressure on surveillance and prevention; Blue Zone longevity (Costa Rica angle): A new roundup of Blue Zones highlights Nicoya’s long-life patterns, focusing on everyday habits like steady movement rather than “extreme” workouts; Oral health reminder: National Tooth Fairy Day content spotlights how families can turn tooth-loss into practical conversations about brushing, flossing, and dental visits; Environment & health link: A PBS report flags Monteverde’s cloud forest “drying” trend—less mist and moisture retention despite heavy rainfall—raising concerns for biodiversity and water supplies; Wildlife health mystery: Sick pelicans continue washing up on Costa Rica’s Pacific beaches, and SENASA says tested samples so far are negative for avian influenza and Newcastle disease, with investigations expanding beyond viruses.
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