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Medical InformationNot only does Costa Rica have the leading healthcare in all of Central America, it also ranks above countries such as the US, New Zealand, and Cuba. In life expectancy Costa Rica ranks number three in the world. (Statistics: World Health Organization). Why do Costa Rican’s enjoy such a long life? Some believe that this is due to the laid back lifestyle, the healthy fresh food, and the ideal climate. Others would attribute it to the highly qualified, internationally trained medical staff.
The Costa Rican Government continues a long-term commitment to affordable health care for all of it’s citizens. The Caja Costarricense de Seguro Social (CCSS) is responsible for providing this service. The CCSS also provides medical care to non Costa Ricans for a small monthly fee.
Clinica Biblica and Clinica Catolica are affiliated with hospitals in the United States. Although they cost more than public clinics, it is only a fraction of what you can expect to pay in the United States. The combination of excellent attention and price has spurred a minor but rapidly growing trend of medical tourism to Costa Rica. People combine their vacation with inexpensive, high quality dental work, operations to correct vision problems or cosmetic surgery.
There are many pharmacies carrying a full range of modern medicines and all but narcotic and addictive drugs are available over the counter. Prescriptions are not needed on most products in Costa Rica. You can expect to save up to 80% compared to prices in U.S. Drugstores. Costa Rica is, in fact, the headquarters for more than one international pharmaceutical company.
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