Costa Rica ombudsman probes CCSS care-leave funding shortfall

Costa Rica's Ombudsman's Office has formally asked the CCSS to clarify whether resources are insufficient for care leave for terminally ill patients and seriously ill minors, following new beneficiary reports. The request signals potential underfunding or administrative gaps in a social program, though the CCSS has not yet responded. This matters as it could affect access to care for vulnerable populations and may prompt policy or budget adjustments.

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