AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoHospital Violence: Two hitmen broke into La Anexión hospital in Nicoya and executed an inpatient, injuring an elderly woman; investigators say the victim had been under police protection ordered by prosecutors, raising questions about how attackers reached the care area. Rabies Alert: Costa Rica warned pet owners and ranchers after rabies killed cattle in Golfito; the farm was quarantined and all 165 cattle ordered vaccinated, with preventive treatment for people with contact. Hepatitis A Update: The Ministry of Health confirmed 14 hepatitis A cases tied to contamination concerns in Aserrí and San Juan de Dios de Desamparados, with active surveillance and an extraordinary inspection of local water systems. Vaping Rules Delayed: Costa Rica’s flavored vape deadline slipped again—regulations were supposed to take effect Aug. 6, but a decree pushed the tighter market rules to Aug. 6, 2027, while current restrictions still apply. Longevity in Nicoya: A 119-year-old Costa Rican man, Jose Flores, credits daily walking, hard work, faith, and simple meals like gallo pinto for his long life, highlighting the Nicoya “Blue Zone” lifestyle. Wellness Tourism Angle: A new piece argues Costa Rica is becoming a wellness capital because nature and sustainability are built into daily life, not just a retreat theme.
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