Thursday's deaths include the first two minors to die with COVID-19 in Costa Rica. They include a 9-year-old and a 12-year old, both of whom had prior immunological issues.
Health Minister Daniel Salas said Wednesday that COVID-19 has become Costa Rica's third-leading cause of death when compared to historical data from 2016-18.
As of 8 a.m. on Tuesday, October 13, the following spots are blocked by protesters in Costa Rica, according to information provided by the Public Security Ministry.
Costa Rica President Carlos Alvarado condemned an outbreak of violence outside Casa Presidencial on Monday that occurred when protesters attempted to break through a police cordon.
