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Costa Rica court refuses to hear sex reassignment case

With no alternative in Costa Rica, the plaintiff asked the Caja to pay for the sex reassignment surgery in another country.

Costa Rica lawmaker to promote bill improving sex workers’ rights

Sex workers can apply for self-employed insurance with the Caja, but they want non-contributory coverage and a state pension for the elderly.

Social Security System wants tourism businesses to settle $6.8 million debt

Costa Rica's public health care agency hopes to recover some of that debt by signing an agreement with the National Tourism Chamber (CANATUR) to promote payment plans among its associates.

Costa Rica launches skin cancer prevention campaign

According to Caja records, most cases of skin cancer in Costa Rica develop among residents of the highlands in the provinces of San José, Heredia and Alajuela, and it happens mainly because people do not take adequate precautions against the sun, believing that cloudy skies prevent its effects.

Costa Rica seeks improved treatment for autism

Public health authorities and autism experts are working to provide new solutions for individuals with autism and their families.

Vaccination campaign against influenza to start this month at public hospitals

The vaccination campaign will run at all Caja public hospitals and community clinics, or EBAIS, from April 27 to May 30.

Caja to offer emergency care only on Holy Thursday, Friday

The Caja will operate normally from Monday to Wednesday of the holiday week.

Social Security System president denies Caja approved medicinal marijuana in Costa Rica

However, a bill to legalize medicinal marijuana could be discussed and voted on in the Legislative Assembly as early as next month.

Vaccination against influenza starts next month in Costa Rica

This year the Caja will use the vaccine produced for the southern hemisphere, rather than the one produced for the northern hemisphere. Authorities hope the change will protect more Costa Ricans against getting the flu.

Costa Rican health officials worry that children traveling to US will bring back measles

The Costa Rican Social Security System, or Caja, which oversees the country’s socialized health care system, released a warning Friday asking parents of young children to bump up their vaccination schedule before traveling to popular U.S. destinations like Disneyland.

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