Q COSTARICA — The Ministry of Health confirmed a positive case of yellow fever in the country, following results issued by the Costa Rican Institute for Research and Teaching in Nutrition and Health (INCIENSA).
The patient is a 29-year-old American woman from the Amazon region of Peru who entered Costa Rica on October 8 and presented symptoms the day before.
The patient did not have the yellow fever vaccine, a fundamental requirement for entering areas endemic to the disease.
The woman presented signs consistent with the infection and, after receiving initial care at a private hospital, underwent tests that confirmed the diagnosis.
She is currently hospitalized in a hospital run by the Costa Rican Social Security Fund (CCSS), where she receives specialized medical care and is under close observation.
In contrast, her traveling companion, who did have the yellow fever vaccine, tested negative.
The Ministry of Health maintains active epidemiological surveillance and coordinates actions with national health services to ensure the protection of the population.
The institution reinforced the call to get vaccinated at least ten days before visiting countries where yellow fever is endemic.
It also reminded everyone that the vaccine is mandatory for entry to Colombia and recommended preventive measures such as the use of insect repellent, long-sleeved clothing, and mosquito nets.
The most common symptoms of yellow fever include fever, headache, chills, muscle aches, fatigue, nausea, and vomiting, according to the Ministry.
In severe cases, jaundice, bleeding, abdominal pain, and liver or kidney complications may occur, so people are urged to seek immediate medical attention.
The Ministry of Health urged people to seek information only through official channels.
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