New rural health infrastructure projects launched in Chile and Peru

In Chile, new Rural Medical Stations (EMR) have been completed in El Queñe and Coirón, within the Salamanca commune. These modern facilities feature climate control, universal accessibility, and improved patient and professional spaces. The project is a collaborative effort between Minera Los Pelambres, local communities, the Municipality of Salamanca, and Desafío Levantemos Chile, aimed at reducing travel time and costs for rural residents.

In Peru, the Lampa Health Network is coordinating with the provincial municipality to secure land for a new I-3 level health establishment. This initiative seeks to alleviate the workload at the Antonio Barrionuevo Hospital, which currently manages both first and second-level care. Additionally, the Servicio de Atención Móvil de Urgencia (SAMU) has been implemented in the Lampa province, providing emergency medical services from 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. with a specialized team of doctors, nurses, and drivers.