AGP Executive Report
Last update: an hour agoMedical Research: A new Thorax study using Costa Rica’s GACRS and ODOLLFA asthma cohorts links higher vitamin A to better lung function and higher vitamin D to improved lung function plus slower lung-cell aging in adults. Public Health: The CDC says a “large” cyclosporiasis outbreak in at least four Midwest states is tied to a likely common source, with FDA and health partners continuing produce trace-backs as cases and hospitalizations rise. Local Tech & Mobility: Uber Costa Rica opened registration for “red” taxi drivers, offering a ¢20,000 activation bonus and trip-based incentives, building on an earlier airport pilot. Environment & Data: The 2026 Environmental Performance Index finds Estonia leads globally and highlights how AI and satellite tools are improving monitoring, while net-zero progress remains slow. Costa Rica Economy: UNED projects relative stability for Costa Rica through late 2026, with the dollar, interest rates, fuel prices, and inflation as key risks. Wildlife & Community: Mercer On Mission students are providing wildlife enrichment at Proyecto Asis in Costa Rica, supporting rehabilitation and better animal behavior. Health & Longevity: A Lancet-published Latam Fingers trial reports lifestyle changes can improve cognitive performance in older adults at risk for dementia, with Costa Rica included in the multi-country effort.
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