Dominican Republic

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Dominican Republic is a country located in the Caribbean region. It is the second largest nation in the Antilles by area and population. The Dominican Republic shares the island of Hispaniola with the nation of Haiti. The country is known for its diverse geography, which includes rainforests, savannahs, highlands, and deserts. The capital city is Santo Domingo.

History[edit]

The Dominican Republic was inhabited by the Taíno people prior to the arrival of Christopher Columbus in 1492. The country gained independence from Spain in 1821, but was then occupied by Haiti for 22 years. The Dominican Republic regained its independence in 1844.

Healthcare in the Dominican Republic[edit]

Healthcare in the Dominican Republic is provided through a combination of public and private providers. The public healthcare system is managed by the Ministry of Public Health, which provides services through a network of hospitals and clinics throughout the country. Private healthcare providers also operate in the Dominican Republic, offering a range of services from primary care to specialized treatments.

Diseases and Conditions[edit]

The most common diseases in the Dominican Republic are cardiovascular diseases, followed by infectious and parasitic diseases. Other common conditions include respiratory diseases, diabetes, and cancer.

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    Dominican Republic National Anthem
  • Copia de Cacicazgos de la Hispaniola
    Copia de Cacicazgos de la Hispaniola
  • Pictografia igneri
    Pictografia igneri
  • Taíno pictographs Cuevas de las Maravillas
    Taíno pictographs Cuevas de las Maravillas
  • Los Tres Ojos
    Los Tres Ojos
  • Treaty of Aranjuez English
    Treaty of Aranjuez English
  • Flag of the Dominican Republic (up to 1844)
    Flag of the Dominican Republic (up to 1844)
  • Santana
    Santana
  • Buenaventura Báez
    Buenaventura Báez
  • Jura del gobernador y capitán general de Santo Domingo, don Pedro Santana (Museo del Prado)
    Jura del gobernador y capitán general de Santo Domingo, don Pedro Santana (Museo del Prado)
  • Puerto Plata Cathedrale
    Puerto Plata Cathedrale
  • Monumento a los Héroes de la Restauración 2013
    Monumento a los Héroes de la Restauración 2013
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