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Costa Rica launches yellow fever vaccination campaign



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Published on Monday, January 13, 2025
By the A.M. Costa Rica staff




The Ministry of Public Health has announced the year’s first free yellow fever vaccination campaign.


Yellow fever is a viral disease caused by the yellow fever virus (ARN Flaviviridae) and is transmitted through the bite of an infected mosquito. Symptoms often include fever, chills, loss of appetite, nausea, muscle pain (particularly in the back), and headaches.


Most people recover within five days, but severe cases may lead to abdominal pain, liver damage, jaundice, increased risk of bleeding, and kidney problems.


The campaign will run Jan. 13-16, with 5,000 doses to be administered across various provinces.


Eligible groups include sports delegations participating in international tournaments, individuals traveling to high-risk areas in January, February, or March with confirmed flight tickets, and those needing the vaccine for an international vaccination certificate, among others.






 


On Jan. 13-14
, vaccines will be administered from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the University of Costa Rica’s Guanacaste Province campus, the National Technical University in Puntarenas Province, and the Eddy Bermúdez Municipal Gym in Limón Province.



On Jan. 15-16, vaccinations will be available during the same hours at the National Stadium in San José Province.



Appointments are required and can
be scheduled on the Ministry’s website. Applicants must complete a form to select their preferred date.



Health officials note that the yellow fever vaccine is a one-time immunization, providing lifelong protection.



In December, more than 3,800 people were vaccinated, according to the ministry.



The Ministry of Public Health is the state-owned agency that oversees and regulates public and private healthcare within Costa Rica.



 

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