What are healthcare services like in Panajachel?
We asked retirees if they have access to good medical care in Panajachel. They wrote...
"Healthcare services in Panajachel are limited. There is one public hospital, Hospital Nacional de Panajachel, which provides basic medical services. Additionally, there are several private clinics and pharmacies in the area that offer medical services and medications. However, the quality of care and availability of medications can be limited. For more serious medical issues, many people in Panajachel travel to larger cities such as Guatemala City or Antigua for treatment," said another expat in Panajachel, Guatemala.
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What are healthcare services like in Panajachel?
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