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Chikungunya has Arrived in Costa Rica
December 15th, 2014
I am never fond of travel advisories because far too often, people overreact to things that are just not all that serious. On the other hand, I delayed blogging about these two topics until I could get the full picture. Neither is, in my opinion, reason to change travel plans. Both, however, should be read and absorbed so you can enjoy your time in Costa Rica.
The first is about the chikungunya virus now having arrived in Costa Rica.
The second is about the death of an 11-year-oldchild from a brain infection last July that prompted the Florida Health Department to issue an advisory alert after tests confirmed the infection was caused by an amoeba he contracted while vacationing in Costa Rica. If these subjects are of interest to you… read on! Continue reading »
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