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Latin America Has Weak Defenses Against the Pandemic

Health systems in Latin America, already falling short in their capacity to serve the population are in a weak position to deal with the COVID-19 pandemic.

Taxi in Havana, Cuba – Photo of the Day

Taxi in Havana, Cuba. By Mark Stevens (USA). Camera: Canon 6D

Cuba Confirms Second Case of Covid-19 Imported from Nicaragua

The Cuban citizen arrived to the island from Managua on March 23 and began presenting symptoms on March 31. Her condition is stable.

Former PAHO Official Denounces Political Alignment with Ortega in Nicaragua

Oswaldo Leon-Fariello: PAHO’s Director contradicts WHO guidelines on Covid-19.

Meditation, Pinar del Rio, Cuba – Photo of the Day

Meditation, Pinar del Rio, Cuba. By Troy Brajkovich (USA). Camera: Sony A7R2.

Cuba Reports Covid-19 Cases Increased by 15% on Thursday

The Ministry of Health reported 36 new positive cases on Thursday from 10 of Cuba’s 14 provinces as the spread is clearly taking place nationwide.

Costa Rica Worried over Nicaragua’s Lack of Response to Covid-19 Threat

“Calling for marches and gatherings goes against the WHO recommendations,” stated Costa Rican president, Carlos Alvarado.

Cuban Scientist Dreams of a Sustainable Farming Community

Eight years ago, agricultural engineer Fernando Funes set out to take science to the land on his “Finca Marta” farm.

Civic Initiatives Help Vulnerable People in Cuba

Small civic initiatives are encouraging voluntary networks of support for vulnerable groups who are having trouble facing the pandemic in Cuba.

The Coronavirus Pandemic, Cuba’s Elderly and Havana’s Response

The pandemic underscores the serious limitations of Cuba’s care for the elderly, a cohort greatly impacted by the virus around the world.