Preventative Health: The United States vs. Costa Rica

Serena Carlson

Comparative analysis in the United States vs. Costa Rica.   Preventative Care for geriatrics provides annual week visits four times a year vs. the United State’s one visit. Costa Rica bring healthcare the citizens.   98% of Costa Rica’s population is vaccinated. The United States falls around 91%. Primary Care Technicians visit villages and towns, bringing healthcare to its citizens. They collect health data, social and economic data and make a decision about the family’s care.

Major: 
Health Policy and Administration
Exhibition Category: 
Health and Life Sciences
Exhibition Format: 
Oral Presentation
Campus: 
World Campus
Faculty Sponsor: 
Celeste Newcomb, Professor
Poster Number: 
29