AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoHealthcare Governance: Turks and Caicos Premier Washington Misick told the House that the InterHealth Canada hospital concession dispute has already cost about $39.7 million in litigation, with another arbitration still pending, and he says the government will table a detailed paper on the agreement’s history, finances, and decisions. Political Accountability: The People’s Democratic Movement (PDM) says the islands have only about 80 days to prepare for government takeover of the hospital system after the InterHealth deal ends, criticizing what it calls “government by announcement” and demanding clarity on the transition plan and a reported $80 million interim airport terminal project. Public Health & Safety: In a separate legal case, federal prosecutors allege an unlicensed New York Harbor boat operator ignored safety warnings, allegedly overcrowding a vessel and contributing to the deaths of a mother and her 5-month-old baby—an example of how preventable risk can turn deadly. Wellness & Nutrition: A “waste not, want not” reflection ties food thrift to Turks and Caicos roots, while a separate health-tech update highlights Lonza Capsugel research on capsule-in-capsule delivery aimed at better protection and targeted release of acid-sensitive digestive enzymes.
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