AGP Executive Report
Last update: 3 hours agoMedical Tourism: Costa Rica’s private health providers are earning 10% to 15% less from foreign patients as the dollar weakens against the colón, despite patient numbers holding steady. The sector brings in about $465 million a year, according to figures cited by the Costa Rican Chamber of Health. Nutrition: Apparent rice consumption reached a 20-year high in 2024–25, with the estimated per-person figure topping 50 kilograms. The measure reflects rice available for consumption, not what individuals actually eat. Older Adults’ Mental Health: Reports of 1,218 depression cases and 78 suicide attempts among older adults have raised concern in Costa Rica. Medical Cannabis: The country’s market is advancing in exports and manufacturing, while patients still await pharmacy access. Wellness Tourism: Costa Rica plans a Blue Zone seal and a wellness tourism push for Nicoya.
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