La Nación reported on January 23, 2026, that the Colegio de Médicos has raised concerns about a government decree regarding the official medical profile. The newspaper also provided information about an upcoming political debate accessible through multiple media channels.
According to a post by La Nación dated January 23, 2026, “El Colegio de Médicos denunció que la Imprenta Nacional no ha publicado en La Gaceta el decreto que oficializa el perfil médico, firmado desde 2025. El documento está ‘en revisión exhaustiva’ por parte de Ministerio de Seguridad.” The statement highlights that although the decree was signed in 2025, it remains unpublished in the official gazette and is still under review by the Ministry of Security.
In another tweet posted on January 23, 2026, La Nación announced that “Debate podrá seguirse por televisión, Youtube y redes sociales”, informing readers about broad access to a scheduled debate through television and online platforms.
A subsequent post from the same date further invited audiences to follow live coverage of the event: “Siga aquí la transmisión del Debate Multimedios – CCECR – UH: 8 candidatos pelean votos a 10 días de las elecciones”. This message underscores the participation of eight candidates competing for votes as national elections approach in ten days.
La Nación is one of Costa Rica’s most prominent newspapers and regularly covers developments in public policy and national politics. The pending publication of decrees in “La Gaceta,” Costa Rica’s official journal for legal notices and government acts, can delay their legal effect until completed. Televised debates are a key feature of Costa Rican electoral campaigns, providing voters with direct insights into candidate positions and proposals.
