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People and Society of Panama
Demographics, health, education, religion, and languages of Panama.
Demographic Profile
Ethnic composition, age structure, and growth.
- Nationality
- Panamanian(s)
- Ethnic Groups
- mestizo (mixed Amerindian and white) 70%, Amerindian and mixed (West Indian) 14%, white 10%, Amerindian 6%
- Population
- 4,351,757
- Population in Major Urban Areas
- PANAMA CITY (capital) 1.426 million
In-Depth People and Society Profile
Health, education, religion, languages, notable people, and society — available to members.
Panama City has some very good hospitals and clinics, but medical facilities outside of the capital are limited. Hospitals in Panama are either private hospitals or government-run public hospitals. Many foreign doctors and hospitals require payment in cash prior to providing service. Medical evacuation to the U.S. may cost well in excess of $50,000. In Panama, most hospitals accept credit cards for hospital charges, but not for doctors' fees.