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Nikhil Prasad  Fact checked by:Thailand Medical News Team Feb 23, 2024  2 months, 4 days, 9 hours, 43 minutes ago

Hospitals And ER Departments In Costa Rica Collapses As Respiratory Infections, Dengue, Measles, Heart Failures And Strokes Rises Exponentially!

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Hospitals And ER Departments In Costa Rica Collapses As Respiratory Infections, Dengue, Measles, Heart Failures And Strokes Rises Exponentially!
Nikhil Prasad  Fact checked by:Thailand Medical News Team Feb 23, 2024  2 months, 4 days, 9 hours, 43 minutes ago
Hospital News: Costa Rica, renowned for its natural beauty and progressive healthcare system, is currently facing an unprecedented healthcare crisis. Hospitals and emergency departments across the nation are overwhelmed by a surge in respiratory infections, dengue fever, measles, heart failures, and strokes. This Hospital News report delves into the multifaceted challenges plaguing Costa Rica's healthcare infrastructure, shedding light on the root causes, real-life impact on patients, and urgent need for systemic reforms.


Hospitals And ER Departments In Costa Rica Collapses As Respiratory
Infections, Dengue, Measles, Heart Failures And Strokes Rises Exponentially

The Escalating Healthcare Crisis
Costa Rica's healthcare system, once a beacon of success in Latin America, is now buckling under the weight of an escalating crisis. The San Rafael de Alajuela Hospital, a vital medical institution serving the population, has become emblematic of the strain facing healthcare facilities nationwide. Dr Ana Sofía Echeverría, the head of the Emergency Service at San Rafael, paints a sobering picture of the situation, citing a dramatic increase in patient admissions due to a myriad of ailments ranging from urinary and skin infections to life-threatening cardiovascular events and respiratory illnesses. Rise in dengue and measles cases are adding to the complexities and the country is literally facing an unprecendented medical crisis!
 
In fact, various local news coverages have already shown that various hospitals and emergency departments across Costa Rica have simply collapsed in the last few days.
https://semanariouniversidad.com/pais/sindicato-nacional-de-enfermeria-pide-declarar-emergencia-institucional-por-colapso-en-salas-de-emergencias/
 
https://elguardian.cr/servicio-de-emergencias-en-jaque-mate-por-faltante-de-recurso-humano/
 
https://www.crhoy.com/nacionales/esta-es-la-lista-de-los-hospitales-con-el-servicio-de-emergencias-colapsado/
 
https://www.monumental.co.cr/2024/02/14/hospital-de-alajuela-solicita-hacer-uso-racional-del-servicio-de-emergencias-ante-saturacion/
 
https://www.crhoy.com/nacionales/hospital-de-nicoya-cerro-la-semana-con-un-185-de-ocupacion-en-emergencias/
 
Pressure Points in Emergency Services< /strong>
Emergency departments, the frontline of healthcare delivery, are bearing the brunt of the crisis. San Rafael de Alajuela Hospital has identified two distinct peaks in patient demand: one between 11 in the morning and 5 in the afternoon, and another at 10 at night when local health clinics are closed. This influx places immense strain on already stretched resources, prompting hospital authorities to appeal to the population for judicious use of emergency services.
 
Human Resource Shortage
At the heart of the crisis lies a critical shortage of healthcare professionals. The National Union of Nursing and Allied Workers (SINAE AFINES) conducted a comprehensive assessment of multiple emergency centers, revealing an acute scarcity of human resources. Nurses, doctors, and support staff are grappling with burnout syndrome, a consequence of relentless workloads and prolonged exposure to distressing medical scenarios. Lenin Hernández Navas, Secretary General of SINAE AFINES, has called upon the Costa Rican Social Security Fund to declare an institutional emergency, urging swift action to address the staffing crisis.
 
A Glimpse into Patients' Plight
Behind the grim statistics lie poignant stories of patients grappling with the fallout of the healthcare crisis. Carmen Molina, a patient at the San Carlos Hospital, endured three agonizing days awaiting gallbladder surgery while her legs swelled from prolonged sitting. Sebastian Robles spent four days oscillating between a chair and an armchair at the same hospital, grappling with pancreatitis. Maria Yessenia, a mother of two, languished in the emergency room for three days, her anxiety mounting as she awaited treatment for gallbladder stones.
 
Meanwhile, Francisco Herrera suffered a heart attack and endured a four-day wait for diagnostic tests at the San Francisco de Asís Hospital in Greece. Ana Rosa Mora spent a sleepless night in the Emergency Room, her heart racing with fear after a suspected cardiac event. Ligia Vega, battling heart problems, languished in a dilapidated wheelchair for two days at the San Rafael Hospital before securing a bed for proper care.
 
Saturation and Desperation
The saturation of emergency services paints a grim picture of a healthcare system stretched to its limits. The Enrique Baltodano Briceño Hospital in Liberia experienced a staggering 150% saturation, while La Anexión Hospital in Nicoya reached an alarming 188%. The San Juan de Dios Hospital in San José faced a saturation level of 170%, with emergency staff overwhelmed by the sheer volume of patients seeking urgent care.
 
Conclusion
Costa Rica's healthcare crisis is a clarion call for immediate action and systemic reform. The strain on hospitals and emergency departments underscores the urgent need for increased investment in healthcare infrastructure, bolstering of human resources, and implementation of proactive measures to address public health challenges. As the nation grapples with the fallout of the crisis, it is imperative for stakeholders to come together and chart a course towards a more resilient and responsive healthcare system. Only through collective effort and unwavering commitment can Costa Rica overcome this unprecedented healthcare challenge and ensure the well-being of its citizens for generations to come.
 
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