5 Unhealthiest Countries in Latin America

In this article, we will be taking a look at the 5 unhealthiest countries in Latin America. For a detailed analysis on health market, visit 15 Unhealthiest Countries in Latin America.

5. El Salvador   

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Conditions such as diabetes, hypertension, and chronic kidney disease are the most common in El Salvador. For instance, there are approximately 487,875 cases of diabetes mellitus, 1,446,381 cases of hypertension, and 459,114 cases of chronic kidney disease nationwide. In 2021, El Salvador’s health spending was 10% of GDP, well above the regional average of 3.8%. In 2022, the health budget was $1.09 billion, mainly funded by the government, with contributions from foreign loans and donations. The government also relied on international aid and loans to manage the pandemic.