Updates on public health, medical research, and healthcare services in Panama. Stories include policy changes, outbreaks, and practical health advice.
Panama’s Health Ministry is monitoring 439 contacts after confirming two imported measles cases, with no additional infections detected so far. Officials are urging vaccination and early medical attention for anyone with symptoms.
Dengue in Panama reached its highest incidence in 25 years in 2024, while new analysis suggests many infections are going undetected. The findings point to hidden transmission in regions such as Veraguas, Ngäbe Buglé and parts of Panama Oeste.
A new Ebola outbreak in DR Congo’s Ituri province has killed at least 65 people and left 246 suspected cases, prompting urgent containment efforts. The flare-up highlights the ongoing public health risks posed by Ebola in Central Africa.
The Hospital Dr. Manuel Amador Guerrero in Colón completed its first craniotomy, a milestone for specialized care in Panama’s public health system. President José Raúl Mulino praised the medical team behind the successful procedure.
Panama Oeste has reported more than 200 dengue cases, with La Chorrera leading the province. The Health Ministry is urging residents to eliminate mosquito breeding sites to help stop transmission.
Sanitation workers in Santiago, Veraguas, are warning about poor trash disposal and alleged hospital waste contamination at the Mercado de Santiago. The concern raises public health and sanitation risks in one of the province’s busiest commercial areas.
Panama’s Health Ministry has applied more than 1,000 measles vaccines in Bocas del Toro and will intensify the campaign this weekend after a confirmed border-linked case. The response aims to contain any spread in the province.
Residents in Colinas de Las Cumbres are concerned about failed treatment plants and stagnant contaminated water that could create a health risk. The situation has raised alarms over sanitation and infection danger in the neighborhood.
Panama’s Health Ministry is monitoring 439 contacts after confirming two imported measles cases. No new infections have been reported so far.
Panama’s Ministry of Social Development has increased monitoring at Caipi child care centers amid a measles alert, including vaccination checks and review of children’s control cards. The measure is part of the country’s broader prevention response.
UNACHI’s defense says the university is not linked to diplomas being investigated by Panama’s Anticorruption Prosecutor’s Office. The case highlights concerns over academic integrity and credential verification.
MIDES has reinforced preventive protocols at CAIPI centers nationwide after the Health Ministry issued an epidemiological alert over measles risk. The measures focus on protecting young children in childcare settings.
UDELAS is keeping registrations open for its “Escuela Digital 60” program, which aims to help adults over 60 strengthen their digital skills. The initiative supports older Panamanians as more everyday services move online.
President José Raúl Mulino visited Colón’s Manuel Amador Guerrero Hospital and thanked its medical staff following a historic brain surgery milestone. The visit highlighted the importance of advanced care in Panama’s provincial hospitals.
SENADIS is training more than 100 officials to update how disability certificates are issued in Panama. The effort aims to strengthen evaluation standards and improve public service delivery.
CSS will hold a two-week data update campaign for patients and relatives affected by dietylene glycol poisoning, with visits set for May 18-29 in Panama. The process will take place at Special Toxicology Center units during morning hours.
More than 100 professionals in Panama received training to update their knowledge of disability diagnosis and evaluation for Senadis certification. The move supports more consistent disability assessments and official recognition processes.
Panamá Oeste has logged more than 200 dengue cases this year, with Puerto Caimito in La Chorrera reporting the highest number of infections. The increase underscores ongoing mosquito-borne disease risks in the province.
Panama has approved a law requiring fast-food chains to offer bottled water instead of soda in combo meals at no extra cost. The measure takes effect in one year and places oversight with Acodeco and the Ministry of Health.
President José Raúl Mulino toured the Dr. Manuel Amador Guerrero Hospital in Colón one year after its inauguration. The visit drew attention to the role of public health infrastructure in the province.