AGP Executive Report
Last update: 20 hours agoHealthcare Workforce & Funding: Puerto Rico’s Economic Development Bank and the Department of Health convened a roundtable on retaining medical specialists, nurses, technologists, pharmacists, and other clinicians, focusing on financing, hospital infrastructure, telemedicine, credentialing, training, and incentives as talent continues to move to the U.S. Local Health Policy: The Puerto Rico Health & Insurance Conference opened with Governor Jenniffer González Colón warning that while the system “performs well,” it faces structural constraints—especially Medicaid dependence—plus high chronic-disease burdens like diabetes, cancer, and heart disease. Medical Research: A phase 3 ovarian cancer trial reported improved overall survival with relacorilant plus nab-paclitaxel, with benefits consistent across prior taxane exposure histories. Public Health Preparedness: New York and New Jersey are ramping up health and security planning for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, with impacts expected across hospitals, transport, and public spaces for the six-week event. Health Access & Systems: FEMA approved more than $5.5 million for disaster recovery projects in Puerto Rico, supporting recovery that can affect healthcare access.
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