Scientific Article: “Self-sufficiency in a Small Country?”

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IEPR
27 August 2026

A new article has been added to our Virtual Library of Scientific Articles.

The article “Self-sufficiency in a Small Country? Evidence from an empirical analysis along the supply chain in Puerto Rico” has been added to our Virtual Library of Scientific Articles.

Access the article via the following link: https://www.estadisticas.pr.gov/productos/self-sufficiency-in-a-small-country-evidence-from-an-empirical-analysis-along-the-supply-chain-in-puerto-rico.

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Social and Health Profile of Schoolchildren

Institute Presents Social and Health Profile of Schoolchildren

Dr. Orville M. Disdier, Executive Director of the Puerto Rico Institute of Statistics, was a keynote speaker at the First Puerto Rican Summit on School Health Promotion. During his presentation, he provided an update on the social and health profile of schoolchildren in Puerto Rico, highlighting the impact of social determinants on inequalities.

Dr. Disdier explained that Puerto Rico is facing a school enrollment crisis linked to demographic changes, as well as significant socioeconomic vulnerability, evidenced by more than 50% of minors living below the poverty level. However, he emphasized that despite high income inequality and various health challenges, education remains the primary driver of social mobility and an essential path to economic advancement.

Access a copy of the presentation at: The Social and Health Profile of Schoolchildren in Puerto Rico.