Costa Rica has a universal health insurance system with public and private hospitals. There are major public hospitals located throughout the country including four in San Jose. For regular medical care there are clinics in almost every community in Costa Rica. Many medicines, such as blood pressure and birth control pills, are available from the pharmacist without a prescription. A pharmacist is referred to as doctor or doctora and they can diagnose and treat many common illnesses or problems. So usually, the first stop for a person is the pharmacy. If the pharmacist feels the problem is serious, he or she will direct the person to the nearest hospital. Call 911 for all emergencies.
Marbella, Guanacaste, Costa Rica
6th Avenue, Guanacaste Province, Santa Cruz, Costa Rica
