Modern Healthcare at a Reasonable Cost

Statistics from the World Health Organization's "The World Health Report 1995" place Costa Rica third in life expectancy in the world, just behind Japan and France and ahead of Great Britain and the United States. Yet, Costa Rica's per capita income is about one tenth that of the other four. This affords you a high quality of living without the high cost.

Certainly some reasons for Costa Rica's enviable life expectancy rate can be found in their laid back lifestyle, the abundance of healthy fresh, non-preservative laden foods, and the tropical climate that encourages an active lifestyle. Added to that is the long-time commitment of Costa Rica's government to offer each and every citizen affordable access to one of the finest health care systems in the world.

As a vacationer or resident, you benefit by having ready access to Costa Rica's impressive network of public healthcare facilities including 29 hospitals, 92 clinics, and 839 local primary care medical consultation offices. These medical facilities offer the same sophisticated tests, equipment and procedures found in other developed countries, and are available at considerably lower costs.

Just as importantly, world class medical services and the highest standards of professional care are available to you in Hospital CIMA right in San Jose. Additionally, many pharmacies in main cities provide 24-hour service. Plus, if an emergency arises, a call to 911 will send the help you need.