Revista Costarricense de Salud Pública (ISSN 1409-1429) it is the semestral publication of the Asociación Costarricense de Salud Pública. This led to public health professionals, Epidemiology, Medicine and Health Services Management. The journal is dedicated to disseminating research results and expertise in various fields and disciplines of public health, and promote the exchange of opinions that will strengthen the role of public health as a tool to improve the quality of life of the population.

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