Departamento de Salud

Esto no es COVID-19″: instan a puertorriqueños a mantener la calma ante brote de hantavirus en un crucero – Noticias de Puerto Rico hoy

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Public health authorities in Puerto Rico are urging residents to remain calm following reports of a hantavirus outbreak on a cruise ship. The situation has prompted official clarifications to prevent public alarm and to distinguish the current health event from previous pandemic experiences. The Puerto Rico Department of Health has explicitly stated that “this is … Read more

Health Department Warns of Influenza Surge After Death of Unvaccinated 6-Year-Old

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The public health landscape in Puerto Rico has been struck by a sobering reminder of the dangers of seasonal respiratory viruses. On Tuesday, April 7, 2026, health officials confirmed the death of a 6-year-old boy due to influenza, marking a tragic milestone in the current flu season reported by the Department of Health. This loss … Read more

Puerto Rico: $Millions Invested by State Insurance Fund Approved

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Puerto Rico Fund Investigation Deepens: Questions Surround State Insurance Fund Investments in Phoenix Fund San Juan, Puerto Rico – A deepening investigation by the Puerto Rico Department of Justice is focusing on potential wrongdoing by officials at the Corporación del Fondo del Seguro del Estado (CFSE), the State Insurance Fund, regarding $80 million in loans … Read more

Puerto Rico Declares Influenza Epidemic: Health Department Issues Alert

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2026-01-27 18:28:00 Luego de registrar 3,131 nuevos casos entre el 11 y 17 de enero –la sexta semana consecutiva por encima del umbral–, el Departamento de Salud declaró este martes una epidemia de influenza en Puerto Rico, lo que permitirá acceso a fondos de emergencia para reforzar la vacunación y otras medidas de prevención. Poco … Read more

Puerto Rico Reports 30 Flu Deaths Over Christmas Holiday

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Puerto Rico Pediatricians Defend Childhood Vaccinations Following New CDC Guidelines

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Recent⁢ guidance from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) ⁤regarding childhood vaccinations has sparked discussion among ⁢pediatricians and public health officials. Specifically, the⁢ CDC has adjusted its recommended immunization⁤ schedule, leading to a reduction in the number of routinely administered vaccines for children.This shift, occurring as of January 12, 2026, prompts the vital … Read more

Puerto Rico Pediatric Society Issues Alert Over New Vaccine Schedule

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Recent updates too childhood vaccination schedules from the ⁤Centers for Disease ⁢Control and Prevention (CDC) are prompting careful ⁣review by⁣ pediatricians in Puerto Rico. ‍As of January 9, 2026, healthcare professionals are⁢ assessing the potential impact of these changes on public ⁣health ⁣strategies within the territory. I’ve⁤ found that changes to recommended immunizations always generate … Read more

Influenza Deaths Rise: Christmas Week Sees Spike in Flu Cases

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Navigating the Current Flu Season in Puerto Rico:⁣ What You Need to Know The influenza season continues to impact Puerto Rico, and understanding the current situation is crucial for protecting ⁢yourself and your loved ones. While the ⁣rate of increase has ‍plateaued, we⁢ remain significantly above epidemic and alert thresholds. This means ⁢vigilance is still⁤ … Read more