A report from Quepos Health Area presented a series of problems that are taking place in Manuel Antonio National Park, which represent a clear health risk for tourists and workers of the center. As consequence, this unit from the Ministry of Health requested the temporary closure of the park due to non-compliance with a series […]
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Costa Rican mothers now have better birth experiences
The Costa Rican Social Security Fund (CCSS) aims to improve care during and after childbirth with music, hydration and essences, among other measures. The changes are intended to make both the woman and her family the focus of attention for a more harmonious experience. María del Rocío Sáenz, president of the CCSS, explained that a […]
MINAE has three months to improve Park’s conditions
The Central Pacific Health Area Director gave the Ministry of Environment and Energy (MINAE) and the National System of Conservation Areas (SINAC) a period of three months to improve the conditions of Manuel Antonio National Park. As confirmed by the press office of the Ministry, the three months were given to the national authorities to […]
Government insist on stopping Uber services
The Government states it has no power to regulate Uber’s transport service. Authorities claim that it is illegal and therefore it should not operate. This was stated by Sergio Alfaro, Minister of the Presidency, on Tuesday afternoon, during the Governing Council . We believe this service is not allowed in the legislation and therefore , […]
CNE reminds people about limitations to access Turrialba Volcano
The constant activity from Turrialba Volcano causes the National Commission for the Prevention of Risks and Emergency Care (CNE) and the Technical Advisory Committee on Volcanology (CAT) to urge the population to be cautious and respect the instructions and limitations to access the colossus. Therefore, the authorities remind that access to the volcano is limited […]
Cyclist from Curridabat’s accident is still in coma
Lucía was one of the cyclists who were brutally run over in Curridabat on January 29th. She was left in a coma and her condition does not change. Juliana Espinoza, Lucia’s cousin, explained that her condition does not worsen or improve, which is why doctors continue to report it as “stable but delicate.” The family […]