Maribel Jorge García
Maribel Jorge García is the president of the Dominican Society of Pulmonology and Thoracic Surgery. She has been actively advocating against the dangers of self-medication in patients with respiratory illnesses, highlighting a concerning trend where individuals forgo medical consultations in favor of home treatments. This has led to an increase in complications, such as severe pneumonia, particularly among vulnerable populations. Jorge García also emphasizes the need for better respiratory rehabilitation services in the Dominican Republic to address the growing number of patients suffering from respiratory conditions exacerbated by self-treatment and the ongoing circulation of respiratory viruses.
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| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dominican Republic | 1 | 7.00 | 0.09% | +0% | 10,847,910 | 10,138 | $89,000 | 83$ |
| Totals | 1 | 10,847,910 | 10,138 | $89,000 | 83$ |
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Dominican Republic:
Maribel Jorge García warned about the risks faced by patients who self-medicate at home for respiratory illnesses.
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