A doctor and a nurse, members of the Public Force, were sent to receive special training in aviation medicine to be able to respond in case of emergencies or natural disasters that require medical evacuation. Johnny González and Jonathan Mora, doctor and nurse respectively, are currently training in the Aerospace Medical Center of the Chilean [...]
Learning how to take supplements properly for preventative care or to assist pre-existing illnesses can be a difficult undertaking. The use of supplements for preventative care and for optimum health is very controversial and many people have opposing views on it. As intricate human beings, we are all very unique and different from one another [...]
Kat Sunlove, TheCostaRicaNews.com [update: scroll to end of article for update on health care strike] For some weeks now there has been the threat of a strike by health workers at Costa Rica’s national medical group, the Caja Costarricense de Seguro Social (CCSS). Last week on Tuesday, July 19, that threat was realized as members of [...]
Costa Rica offers dental care, and at a very high quality, to those looking to save some money. And by coming to Costa Rica for dental work, patients have the option to vacation in paradise at the same time.
In human subjects flavanol-rich chocolate improved cardiovascular risk factors including cholesterol, blood pressure, insulin sensitivity and endothelial function.
More than likely, you’ve never had a passing thought about whether or not your lunch is making big bucks for a number of politicians, but you should.
Eating healthy and trying to lose a few pounds can just be downright confusing. Laura Leff introduces us to an effective method to eat right while shedding weight.
Yervoy is the first melanoma drug to receive FDA approval in 13 years, and is proven to extend overall survival and improve the quality of life for advanced stage melanoma patients and those with metastasis.
A new study proves that melanoma can be prevented by daily use of sunscreen. What type of sunblocks should you use and are they available in Costa Rica?
Slow down aging and disease with all the wonderfully abundant antioxidants available here in Costa Rica.
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