Updates on public health, medical research, and healthcare services in Panama. Stories include policy changes, outbreaks, and practical health advice.
Panama’s Health Ministry defended its HIV response and rejected criticism connected to a “Huevo Rosa” nomination. Minsa said it continues ongoing actions and strategies against HIV nationwide.
Panama’s Ministry of Health is promoting the training of future pharmacists as part of efforts to strengthen the country’s health workforce. The move underscores the growing importance of pharmacy professionals in patient care and medicine safety.
Panama’s Health Ministry rejected claims of neglect in HIV prevention, saying health promotion and combined prevention efforts continue through rights-based, inclusive strategies. The response came amid attention tied to an LGBT community nomination and public discussion around the issue.
Panama’s Education Ministry has activated school safety protocols amid concern over viral challenges and expanded psychopedagogical support in schools. Educational orientation is also being extended to primary education.
Street homelessness is becoming a more visible and structural problem in Panama City, appearing under bridges, on corners, and in public spaces. The trend highlights growing urban inequality and pressure on social support systems.
Thousands of amputees in Gaza are being left without basic medical care as aid restrictions continue to block treatment and rehabilitation. Humanitarian groups warn the number of people with life-altering injuries is likely to rise.
An Africanized bee attack in Arraiján killed five dogs and left a 25-year-old man with multiple stings. He was treated at the scene and taken to a medical center for further care.
Panama’s Health Ministry is reviewing how to introduce 24-hour service at health centers, with staffing, funding, and security guiding the rollout. Officials say the change will begin only where it is operationally viable.
A Panamanian mother shared the pain of losing her child to school bullying, renewing attention on a problem that affects a large share of students. The issue is made worse by cyberbullying, which extends harassment beyond the classroom.
Hospital Nacional specialists held a Blue Code simulation to train emergency teams in coordinated resuscitation and improve patient safety. The exercise emphasized teamwork, speed, and readiness in life-saving situations.
Panama’s health system is being urged to move beyond hospital care and focus on the environmental and social conditions that drive disease. The call is for shared responsibility across government sectors to support prevention and primary care.
San Miguelito opened Clínica Veterinaria “Más Colas” in Los Andes 2, offering low-cost pet care with extended hours. The project has support from the municipality, the Office of the First Lady, and partner organizations.
Meduca has reinforced school safety protocols in Panama after warning students against sharing messages tied to threats or violence, even as jokes. The move highlights growing concern over how online behavior can affect security in educational centers.
Gaza’s Health Ministry says the death toll has reached 72,568, with 172,338 injured, as Israel’s war continues to exact a massive civilian cost.
Panama’s Health Ministry is studying 24/7 hours for some public health centers, but officials say the change depends on technical review and funding. The minister also announced new investments in Azuero.
The emergency room at the Policlínica Don Alejandro De La Guardia in Betania will open at 9:00 a.m. on April 25 due to cleaning. The CSS has directed patients to alternate centers during the early hours.
Patients and insured residents in Bocas del Toro are urging the Caja de Seguro Social to activate an intensive care unit at Hospital Raúl Dávila Mena. The request highlights concerns about access to critical care in one of Panama’s more remote provinces.
Minsa is reviewing how to launch 24/7 service at health centers in Panama, with officials saying the change requires staffing, budget and security planning. The ministry plans to prioritize areas with the highest demand first.
The Betania polyclinic will suspend emergency room service on Saturday morning, April 25, for a three-hour disinfection period. The temporary closure affects the urgent care area from 6:00 a.m. to 9:00 a.m.
Antonio Tercero González has been appointed director of Idaan as Panama confronts water and sanitation problems in Azuero. His selection also puts a spotlight on his close family ties to President José Raúl Mulino’s inner circle.