Esta Tarde (03 Octubre)

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Why is Costa Rica's Teletón 2025 targeting the National Geriatrics Hospital instead of children for the first time?

The episode begins with hosts Juan Enrique Soto and Esteban Aronne introducing the day's two main segments. The first is an interview with Anette Barbosa, spokesperson for Club Activo 2030, about the upcoming Teletón 2025. Barbosa explains the fundraiser will be held on November 28-29 with a goal of 600 million colones. She reveals a significant change: this year's beneficiary is the National Geriatrics and Gerontology Hospital, not the Children's Hospital as is traditional. The decision was based on demographic data showing Costa Rica's aging population, with seniors projected to be 20% of the population by 2040. The funds will purchase high-tech equipment and expand the hospital's day hospital and functional rehabilitation unit, which currently has only 30 beds but serves 30-50 elderly patients daily. Barbosa addresses transparency, stating the organization is audited and provides annual reports. She clarifies that artists, both international and Costa Rican, perform for free, with any payments coming from specific sponsors, not Teletón funds. Donation channels include Sinpe mobile payments, a website, and SMS during the event. The second segment focuses on severe flooding affecting multiple regions. Rebeca Madrigal from the National Emergency Commission reports 203 incidents in the first three days of October, primarily in the Central Pacific region like Punta Arenas. Two temporary shelters are active, housing 249 people in Punta Arenas and 14 in Santa Cruz. A yellow alert is in effect nationwide, with more rain and Tropical Wave 35 expected. Madrigal emphasizes inter-institutional coordination and urges people in risk areas to evacuate if advised. The episode then connects with Punta Arenas Mayor Randall Chavarría, who details that six districts are affected, including urban areas like Barranca and El Roble. Evacuations have moved 260 people to shelters, with decisions based on technical assessments by first responders. Chavarría notes the municipality is using emergency funds for cleanup and that shelters may remain open due to forecasted rain. The hosts conclude by reinforcing safety messages and previewing upcoming news.

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