Central Valley Hospitals Overloaded by Respiratory Surge and Nurse Shortfalls
Hospitals in the Central Valley face mounting pressure from a rise in respiratory illnesses, prompting the Caja Costarricense de Seguro Social (CCSS) to shift pediatric patients across facilities. Officials report that seasonal viruses, including influenza A subtype H3, have driven up demand, leading to near-full occupancy in key centers. The surge began in late 2025, …
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