Health officials report 99 malaria cases among Merca Panama workers
This article is a summary of reporting by Mi Diario. Originally published November 6, 2026.
Panamanian health authorities have identified 99 malaria infections among employees at Merca Panama. Officials are currently working to locate 12 of the affected individuals who discontinued their medical treatment to ensure they finish the required recovery program.
"De los afectados, 12 abandonaron el tratamiento médico, por lo que las autoridades sanitarias mantienen gestiones para localizarlos y garantizar que completen el esquema."
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Panamanian health authorities have identified 99 malaria infections among employees at Merca Panama. Officials are currently working to locate 12 of the affected individuals who discontinued their medical treatment to ensure they finish the required recovery program.
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