As every December 3, Cuba celebrates today the Day of Latin American Medicine, instituted in honor of the eminent Cuban specialist Carlos J. Finlay, born on this day in 1833 in the city of Camagüey, discoverer of the transmitting agent of yellow fever.
The date was instituted in 1933, approved during the IV Congress of the Pan-American Medical Association held in March of that year. From 1959 onwards, it was decided in Cuba that the anniversary would honor all workers linked to the health sector in one way or another.
For this reason, on the island the date is called the Day of Latin American Medicine and the Health Worker. To commemorate the date, in the largest of the Antilles, tribute days are held that begin every November 22 with the Day of the Pharmacist. These activities aim to highlight the main achievements of the sector each year, including advances in the maternal and child program, contributions to international medical cooperation, among others.
Likewise, to recognize the selfless work of the most outstanding specialists in the country, the Carlos Juan Finlay Order is awarded to coincide with the date. Precisely this Monday, professionals who excelled with ample displays of dedication and commitment were recognized during the electrical contingency that the country faced and in the recovery stage after the passage of hurricanes Oscar and Rafael, according to the website of the Ministry of Public Health (Minsap).
A big congratulations to all Cuban and Latin American health workers for the selfless and altruistic work they carry out every day.
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