This is a huge issue here in Panama.  Mines are not yet dead.  It never goes well for those living adjacent.  Here, it involves the indigenous with a small voice.  In fact until the issue of the mine up in the central cordillera, the Ngobe had almost zero voice.  Out of that struggle to oust mining there came the very existence of the COMARCA .  Finally out of the struggle came land for them...ON TOP.  Under that land I do believe the government still has claim.  I recommend the book:

Conditions Not of Their Choosing by Chris Gjording published by the Smithsonian Inst. Pub.1991.

If you live in the Republic of Panama you will find this book quite informative. The retired American population living in Panama generally know very little about the plight of the native indigenous Ngobe Bugle of Panama. This book is the story of their battle for autonomy and some protection vs the invasion of international mining companies specifically in the central provinces.

It is still available on Amazon for $18.00   Excellent ref book if you plan to sink your anchor here in Boquete for a time !  The book gives a neat insider view of what it's like to be Ngobe and a tender appreciation for their struggle, on going.

Alison

Possibly the government can now afford the medicines and equipment the CSS hospitals cry for.  Another idea......garbage management.   

All doctors will at one time or another make mistakes...same with nurses.  That is exactly why every patient needs to come into the office well prepared and then leave and get a second opinion.   You need to be watchful when the hospital nurse hands you your medicines and know what each one is for along with side effects.  This should not involve rocket science. 

Alison Brundage Retired R.N. of 50 yrs practice

So much for medical tourism in Panama.  

I strongly suggest this talk be video recorded.   I also strongly recommend RodnyDirect to all new residents who are not proficient in Spanish.  That service is essentially a bilingual 911 and is worth every dime !!!

Alison Brundage, 17 yr resident of Boquete

On 10/25/2023 at 3:37 PM, Brundageba said:

WINIPET Brand.   Totally collapsible ( portable ) PEN with zip-on lid.  Windows all around with zip-open door.  

Size: 48"X48"X32 H       Folds easily and has a handy carry case with handles.  Pops up like a pop-up tent. 

Great for a trip to the beach or camping  with your pet .  Could be used as a crib.

Condition: new.      Clean in original package.

Cost was $100.00 plus shipping.   Will sell for $75 OBO

 

STILL FOR SALE !!!!!   6436-3705.  Message me on whatsup.    BILL BRUNDAGE

On 10/25/2023 at 3:37 PM, Brundageba said:

WINIPET Brand.   Totally collapsible ( portable ) PEN with zip-on lid.  Windows all around with zip-open door.  

Size: 48"X48"X32 H       Folds easily and has a handy carry case with handles.  Pops up like a pop-up tent. 

Great for a trip to the beach or camping  with your pet .  Could be used as a crib.

Condition: new.      Clean in original package.

Cost was $100.00 plus shipping.   Will sell for $75 OBO

 

GREAT OPPORTUNITY.  Brand new.  Heavy duty canvas.  Totally collapsible 

 Starting November 24, the Supreme  Court will declare itself in permanent session to debate the decision of the unconstitutionality claims of Law 406 of October 20, 2023. Previously, in December 2017 and June 2021, the Plenary Session of the Supreme Court of Justice decided unanimously, on both occasions, that Law 9 of 1997, a direct predecessor of Law 406, was unconstitutional.

MY QUESTION:
If in 1997 law 9 (which was a predecessor to Law 406  ) was voted UNCONSTITUTIONAL, why would there be any doubt that a contract renewal ( Law 406 ) would be met with resistance ?   I am not understanding this apparent lack of awareness of public opinion on behalf of the President.  

Contact by messaging via whatsup 6436-3705

This playpen is constructed of sturdy canvas material.  Easy to set up and totally collapsible and portable.  

Personal message me via this site for purchase.   thanks   Alison Brundage

WINIPET Brand.   Totally collapsible ( portable ) PEN with zip-on lid.  Windows all around with zip-open door.  

Size: 48"X48"X32 H       Folds easily and has a handy carry case with handles.  Pops up like a pop-up tent. 

Great for a trip to the beach or camping  with your pet .  Could be used as a crib.

Condition: new.      Clean in original package.

Cost was $100.00 plus shipping.   Will sell for $75 OBO

The story attracts attention and the production of the movie can win award money.  I seriously doubt any new answers will come on the death of these two girls.  One thing I can say is, the jungle of Panama is raw and full of danger .  Obviously theft was not a factor or phones and money would not be left.  Wild beasts roam in the wilds here, and as well in your back yards.  On the very edge of touristy Boquete is dangerous territory that hikers should be aware of.  Alone, it is easy to get lost or encounter wild beasts such as Fer de Lance. The movie will bring this to light I'm sure.  Traveling alone on these trails can be very dangerous. Watch where you step.  Have a trusted guide with you.  This Fer de Lance was in clear view in my back yard.  We ate it. 

I do hope he notices how many trees and green lands are missing here in Boquete all of a sudden.    Our town, our park and everything the Mayor is doing can not balance this mega housing  development that is non stop.   The beautiful rural countryside  around us  is turning into a megalopolis. 

On 12/10/2022 at 7:52 AM, Moderator_03 said:

https://www.newsroompanama.com/health/hospital-beds-occupied-by-patients-who-ignored-vaccination-call

If the article is scrutinized you'll see the literary "twist".  The medical powers that be reporting to the local Panama  press are defining VACCINATED as having taken the full series which now apparently is 4 shots by their definition.   My personal definition of vaccinated is that it is SAFE and EFFECTIVE.  It does not appear to be effective and "safe" is still being studied.

Alison Brundage, R. N. , R.T. B.S.N 

Here is a fine example of boots on the ground work expats contribute for the enrichment of the children of Panama !  ( education, food, water...long list )  I have known Ruth and her husband Sam for many years.,  Both of them are the real deal !   This book is only a small piece of the heart they have for this country and their own  sweat equity invested to improve the quality of life of the poor here.  I am in absolute awe of them..... Hats off ~!

Alison

ALERT:  Landslides.  Floods.  Be very cautious !!!!   Be attentive to early signs,  and always aware that mountain water can come like a huge tsunami.  

Just this week  we changed the batteries in our kitchen smoke alarm.  WOW.....check yours !   The tendency is to remove the dead battery when the beeping of the battery status starts.........then forget.  WOW.....check your smoke alarm.  Now we are going to buy a fire extinguisher. 

Alison

Countries that used  Plaquenil ( Ivermectin)  prophylactically  to control malaria have decreased malaria within their country but the perk on that was they had much lower instances of COVID without vaccination.  ( Africa)   

Soo let me get this straight.  Our meds here are 28 % higher than the average around us.  The govt lowered prices by 30%...so now we are 2 % ahead.  What a deal !  Am I missing something?

What a wonderful thing Irene did for the handicapped of this community!  May God rest her soul.  This home is a wonderful opportunity for someone, and such a gift to those here who so need the assistance of our community.  I have a hunch it will not last long on the market.  OPEN HOUSE Friday Sept 23 from 1pm to 3 pm !!!!    

Alison

Are vaccinations still mandatory for attendance?  

19 hours ago, Moderator_03 said:

https://www.newsroompanama.com/news/drugs-seized-in-panama-head-to-us-for-incineration

2011 Panama reportedly spent 100 million dollars on two incinerators and one portable.  Possibly that purchase did not go through?  I don't know.  It does seem curious to save 42 tons of  cocaine.  Over 80,000 pounds of pure cocaine !!.  Ponder that for a moment.  When did the USA get in the business of importing huge quantities of hard narcotic for incineration? 

https://www.thepanamablog.com/incinerators-purchased-for-the-destruction-of-illegal-drugs-in-panama/

Without Clinical Trials, FDA Authorizes Modified Monkeypox Vaccine, Expands Eligibility to ‘High-Risk’ Children

Children are at low risk for monkeypox as well COVID.  

ACTIVATION FORM

Solidarity Fuel

As of July 18, it is not required to activate vehicles to make use of the frozen price of $3.25 for fuel.

This module will be used for agricultural carriers that need to process their Single Vehicle Registry.

When I listened to the explanation of this AIG information gathering when it was discussed at the dialogue table I understood it better.  For one there is an estimation of use by sector: private, agriculture, transport.  That assists the govt in evaluating use  for further assessments.  Avoiding misuse is another factor: cars filling up coming from Costa Rica , fueling passing drug boats enroute .   The gas attendant is the collector of data.  You are not required to enter the system yourself.  That got nipped early.  Govt had a big pushback on that.....  I could be wrong but that's my take right now.....

Government asked that if you don't need the discount....don't take it.   I wonder how many will NOT?.