Cuban

Cuba has one of the best health care systems in the world. The average life expectancy of around 76 years is comparable to that of the United States. Medical technology is one of Cuba’s most successful exports. Cuban scientists have developed vaccines for hepatitis-B and meningitis-B.

The Flag of Cuba was designed in 1850 by rebels who wanted independence from Spain. The three blue stripes represent the divisions of the island at the time, while the white stripes represent freedom. The equilateral triangle stands for freedom, equality and brotherhood. The red color represents the bloodshed necessary to achieve independence. The star represents absolute freedom of the people.