Panama to Build New Health Center in El Crisol for 60,000 Residents

Residents of El Crisol in Panama's San Miguelito district will soon benefit from a new health center, a project long awaited by the community. The new facility, to be built on municipal land behind a covered court near the Cristo Servidor church, will significantly expand medical services for over 60,000 people.

San Miguelito Mayor Irma Hernández highlighted the project's importance, stating it's the first time El Crisol will see a new health center built. She emphasized the coordination between institutions and the availability of funds, with the municipality donating the land for this crucial development.

The center will provide comprehensive care, including general medicine, nursing, vaccinations, gynecology, pediatrics, psychiatry, psychology, prenatal care, dental services, a pharmacy, and a clinical laboratory. It will also feature health promotion programs and chronic disease management.

Dr. Algis Torres, the regional health director for San Miguelito, noted the new facility will greatly increase healthcare coverage for the area's extensive population and surrounding communities. Preliminary work is also underway to manage a nearby stream, reducing flood risks for the construction site.