AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoAnimal Health Alert: A New World screwworm outbreak is spreading in southern Texas and New Mexico, with the CDC warning clinicians and officials that the flesh-eating larvae can infest people as well as pets and livestock; Michigan is now restricting animal movements to prevent the parasite from reaching the state. Preventive Eye Care: El Salvador’s First Lady’s Vision Program is expanding free optometry and eyeglasses to more than 5,000 schools, aiming to catch vision problems early so kids can stay focused in class. Healthcare Access Expansion: Cleveland Clinic is adding an El Salvador-based in-country representative to help patients navigate appointments and care across its global network. Trade & Health-Related Capacity: El Salvador is leading Latin America in faster customs clearance for exports, supported by OECD reporting—an efficiency boost that can help keep medical supplies and health-related goods moving. Regional Disease Control: The Dominican Republic hosted a malaria elimination meeting with El Salvador and other countries, focusing on faster diagnosis and treatment and stronger health system cooperation.
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