AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoChikungunya Travel Alert: The CDC issued a Level 2 travel health notice for Costa Rica’s Guanacaste Province, focusing on Playa Langosta, after local mosquito transmission was confirmed; symptoms can include fever and severe joint pain, and officials urge travelers to use repellent, wear protective clothing, and choose screened or air-conditioned lodging. Public Hospital Backlog: A CCSS audit says waiting lists are climbing fast, reaching 1,440,547 “cases” by March 2026, with average waits of 441 days for surgery and 540 days for specialty outpatient care—prompting lawmakers to demand answers and corrective plans. Digestive Health Warning: Costa Rica has recorded 31,845 deaths linked to digestive system diseases from 2000–2022, with specialists pointing to stress, obesity, sedentary routines, and diet as key drivers of rising gastrointestinal problems. Cross-Border Care for Migrants: Panama and Costa Rica rolled out a binational health card for Ngäbe Buglé migrants to help track medical history and keep treatment continuity during seasonal work travel. Wellness Tourism Spotlight: A new “ocean time” guide highlights how coastal trips can support lower stress and better sleep—while also noting the need to protect the shoreline from tourism pressure.
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