Municipal Health System Exceeds 22,000 Care in August
- The Municipality of Villa María, Córdoba Province, Argentina, provided 22,658 medical care services during august, encompassing public assistance, Primary Health Care Centers (CAPS), and emergency response.
- Public assistance centers recorded 9,760 face-to-face consultations.
- The 13 CAPS distributed throughout Villa María neighborhoods provided geographically convenient healthcare access. The Nicolás Avellaneda CAPS handled the highest volume of consultations with 845 appointments, followed by...
Villa María Municipality Reports Extensive Healthcare Services in August
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Overview of August Healthcare Provision
The Municipality of Villa María, Córdoba Province, Argentina, provided 22,658 medical care services during august, encompassing public assistance, Primary Health Care Centers (CAPS), and emergency response. Thes figures demonstrate the municipality’s commitment to accessible and quality healthcare for its residents.
Public assistance and Digital Medicine
Public assistance centers recorded 9,760 face-to-face consultations. Additionally,365 appointments were conducted through the municipality’s new hybrid digital medicine system,expanding access to care.
CAPS Network Coverage
The 13 CAPS distributed throughout Villa María neighborhoods provided geographically convenient healthcare access. The Nicolás Avellaneda CAPS handled the highest volume of consultations with 845 appointments, followed by las Playas (737), Olmos (719), and San Martín (631).
Emergency Services Response
The 107 Emergency Service responded to 935 critical incidents during August, utilizing a fleet of ambulances and motorcycles to ensure rapid intervention.
Addiction Support Services
The municipal Addiction Center (CMA) provided 244 interventions in August, offering comprehensive treatment and support for individuals facing substance use challenges. This reinforces the municipality’s integrated approach to community health.
Pediatric Guard Milestone
The Pediatric Guard, operating 24/7 at Grupo Famm (San Juan 1365), provided 1,061 consultations in August. Since its launch one year ago, the guard has treated over 12,500 patients, averaging more than 1,000 interventions per month, and substantially bolstering pediatric care access for Villamarienses families.
Affordable Medication Access
The Municipal Medicines Program (Prommed) continues to provide access to essential medications for residents without social security coverage. This program operates through agreements with Colfacor (College of pharmacists of the Province of Córdoba), enabling access at local pharmacies.