AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoWater Crisis: Puerto Rico’s water emergency worsened as PRASA repairs to the Bayamón Superaqueduct line proceed, with the National Guard activated to help distribution; officials say over 120,000 customers still face low pressure and inconsistent service while drought and extreme heat strain the system. Clinic Expansion: MMM Multiclinic opened a larger headquarters in Mayagüez (about 7,500 sq. ft.), aiming to shorten specialist wait times for western Puerto Rico Medicare Advantage and Multihealth beneficiaries. Prostate Cancer Care: In a UroOnc Minute episode, a UPR School of Medicine specialist explains how active surveillance for prostate cancer depends on patient education and support—not just PSA tests and imaging. Herbicide & Pregnancy: A new study links glyphosate exposure during pregnancy to hormone changes, adding to concerns about endocrine disruption. Food Safety: CDC research highlights marine-toxin foodborne outbreaks in the U.S., including hospitalizations and a death, underscoring risks from improperly stored fish and shellfish. Health Policy & Access: A Senate hearing on “the State of the Territories” included testimony from Puerto Rico’s governor on grid rebuilding, infrastructure modernization, and progress toward equal Union membership. Health System Integrity: Puerto Rico’s political crisis deepened as senior officials traded corruption allegations tied to federally funded procurement.
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