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Dominican Republic public health initiatives

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The Dominican Republic has undertaken several public health initiatives focused on infrastructure development and preventative care. In the southern region, the National Health Service (SNS) has invested in medical facilities to expand specialized services. Key developments include In Bahoruco, an investment of over RD$120 million facilitated the opening of a Diabetic Foot Unit at the San Bartolomé Provincial Hospital Hospital—the seventh of its kind in Bahoruco to reduce amputations, the national network—and the renovation of the Matayaya Vista al Lago Primary Care Center in Center. A hemodialysis unit is also nearing completion at the San Bartolomé facility. In San Juan, and the restoration of sonography services at Matayaya Primary Care Center was renovated with over RD$3.6 million to provide 24-hour care. In Barahona, the Jaime Mota University Regional Hospital in Barahona. Plans have also been announced restored sonography services and welcomed new medical residents. Additionally, plans are underway for a specialized burn unit at the José María Cabral y Báez Hospital in Santiago. Further infrastructure upgrades include the first major renovation of the Villarpando health center in Azua in 42 years, which will soon include X-ray, laboratory, and dental services. In La Vega, the El Pino Primary Care Center received an investment of approximately RD$10 million for structural improvements and medical equipment, establishing dedicated units for emergency services, pharmacy, and tuberculosis patients. Complementing these infrastructure improvements, the Ministry of Public Health launched a nationwide seasonal influenza vaccination campaign. Coordinated by the Directorate of Vaccine-Preventable Diseases, the initiative aims to reduce mortality and hospitalization rates by distributing more than 400,000 doses. To ensure widespread access, the campaign utilizes doses across over 1,350 vaccination sites, including 152 care centers, homes for the elderly, elderly homes, and Early Childhood Integral Care Centers (CAIPI) in coordination with INAIPI. Health Minister Víctor Atallah identified priority groups for the doses, including adults aged 65 and older, pregnant women, children between six and 35 months old, healthcare personnel, and individuals with chronic conditions such as diabetes, asthma, or hypertension. (CAIPI).

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  1. 2026-10-26 19:28 UTC Dominican Republic public health initiatives
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  3. 2026-10-09 19:05 UTC Dominican Republic public health initiatives

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