AGP Executive Report
Last update: 3 hours agoHealthcare Spending Spotlight: El Salvador is leading Latin America for health investment, with health expenditure reaching about 10.13% of GDP, according to World Bank/WHO data—an increase the government says supports hospital upgrades and broader access. Digital Health Push: A separate report frames El Salvador’s rise as a “life sciences” corridor, highlighting telemedicine and AI as key tools alongside higher budgets. Rights Under Pressure: Human rights groups warn the country’s long-running state of emergency is deepening abuses, citing hundreds of violations in 2025 and arguing the emergency has become embedded in policy. Local Health & Services: In Guantánamo, municipal delegates reviewed maternal and child health indicators, including infant mortality, prenatal coverage, and follow-up care, while also addressing local governance and crime-prevention measures. Community Wellness: Surf City El Salvador Pro is pairing elite surfing with free wellness activities like yin yoga and other public events for visitors. Health Care Stories: A Salvadoran family’s child received lifesaving heart surgery after struggling to afford treatment, underscoring ongoing gaps in access and the role of charitable support. Environment for Health: “Trees for El Salvador” (Árboles para El Salvador) returned for its seventh year, aiming to restore ecosystems with millions of native plants and community-led work.
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