AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoWildlife Health & Animal Disease: Costa Rica is dealing with the fallout of power-line electrocutions after a court ruling held agencies responsible for preventing wildlife deaths, ordering infrastructure changes in Nosara; veterinarians say howler monkeys and other animals are being shocked after mistaking lines for vines. Public Access & Safety: Punta Leona in Garabito reopened public beach access after police removed long-blocked roads following a judge’s order; clashes left people injured and some resort employees arrested, raising health-and-safety questions around crowd control and emergency response. Prevention & Community Health: A look at the HPV vaccination push highlights how countries are trying to reach girls before they “age out,” with school-based check-ups and tracking systems used to improve coverage. One Health Alert (Regional): The New World screwworm—flesh-eating larvae that can infest warm-blooded animals—has been confirmed in Texas after spread through Central America and Mexico, prompting heightened surveillance that matters for Costa Rica’s animal health planning. Tourism & Climate Wellness: A new “coolcation” ranking puts Costa Rica among top cooler-escape destinations for 2026, reflecting growing demand for heat-avoidant, nature-focused travel.
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