SANTO DOMINGO – The Dominican Republic’s National Health Service (SNS) has launched a comprehensive medical readiness initiative dubbed ‘Conscience for Life’ to ensure uninterrupted healthcare delivery throughout the 2025 Christmas holiday period. The operation, commencing December 23rd at 2:00 PM, represents the nation’s most extensive seasonal medical mobilization.
Dr. Mario Lama, Director of the SNS, confirmed that all public medical facilities across the country have implemented enhanced protocols to manage anticipated patient surges. The strategic plan mandates 24/7 emergency coverage at all hospital centers with activated Emergency and Disaster Plans. Specialized protocols for mass casualty incidents and methanol poisoning outbreaks have been distributed to clinical teams nationwide.
Yocasta Lara, Director of SNS Hospital Centers, revealed that real-time epidemiological surveillance has been intensified through the SITREP digital platform. Emergency situation rooms within Regional Health Services will continuously monitor alcohol-related incidents, food poisoning cases, traffic accident victims, and holiday-related fatalities.
The health authority has verified nationwide stockpiles of essential medicines, medical equipment, and critical resources including water reserves, backup generators, and fuel supplies. While emphasizing that emergency services will operate continuously, officials urged citizens to practice responsible celebration behaviors – particularly avoiding alcohol impairment while driving – to prevent preventable tragedies during festive gatherings.