The Ministerio de Salud de Costa Rica issued several public announcements via its official Twitter account in early May 2026, addressing health prevention measures, administrative changes, and credentialing for caregivers.
On May 4, the Ministry posted a message urging the public to take proactive steps against mosquito-borne diseases. The tweet read: “Elimine los criaderos de su casa, de su trabajo y de su comunidad. Es la mejor manera de prevenir los mosquitos que transmiten enfermedades.” (May 4, 2026).
A day later, on May 5, the Ministry shared an important notice regarding temporary changes to its operations. The announcement stated: “Aviso Importante
Later that same day, the Ministry highlighted a program aimed at recognizing caregivers for vulnerable populations. The tweet explained: “CUIDAR + es una credencial que acredita a quienes se dedican al cuido de adultos mayores o personas en situación de dependencia” (May 5, 2026).
The Ministry of Health in Costa Rica is responsible for public health policy and management across the country. Its communication efforts often focus on disease prevention campaigns and administrative updates to inform both citizens and healthcare professionals.
