Authorities Searching for 12 People who Abandoned Malaria Treatment: Over 90 Cases Reported at Merca Panamá.
This article is a summary of reporting by Newsroom Panama. Originally published November 5, 2026.
The Ministry of Health has identified over 90 cases of malaria among workers at the Merca Panama market. Officials are currently searching for 12 patients who discontinued their prescribed treatment and plan to increase testing for individuals entering the facility.
"The Ministry of Health (Minsa) reported more than 90 cases of malaria among workers at Merca Panamá and announced that it will expand diagnostic testing to people entering the market, as part of the ..."
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The Ministry of Health has identified over 90 cases of malaria among workers at the Merca Panama market. Officials are currently searching for 12 patients who discontinued their prescribed treatment and plan to increase testing for individuals entering the facility.
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