Welcome to Costa Rica, a land of lush rainforests, warm smiles, and vibrant communities where the heartbeat of the “Pura Vida” lifestyle pulses through every village. For those of us arriving as “foreigners” (yes, I’ll use that term with...
DNA testing has become a key tool for resolving family doubts, confirming ties, and making important decisions. Every result carries a story. At the ADN La Prueba laboratory, cases have been documented that reflect the emotional and legal impact...
In a hyper-digitalized world, where screens dominate work, social, and personal lives, more and more people are turning their attention to activities that feel simpler, slower, and more real: knitting, embroidery, pottery, and hand-painting. Far from being forgotten crafts,...
Costa Rica is experiencing an unprecedented moment in its national donation and transplant system, thanks to the strengthening of processes for identifying and coordinating deceased donors, the supportive commitment of families, and the coordinated work of the country's medical...
Proper care during pregnancy, childbirth, and the newborn's first days makes a difference in minimizing certain risks and ensuring healthier development. According to the World Health Organization (WHO), each year, more than 300,000 women die from complications related to...
The Costa Rican population must consume more natural and local foods and reduce its consumption of processed and ultra-processed products, according to the College of Nutrition Professionals (CPN), within the framework of National Nutrition Week, which is celebrated in...
Every May 15 is celebrated in Costa Rica, the famer's day. This date was decreed by law 4096, published in 1968.
The day of the farmer is celebrated to honor the work that farmers do on the land and provide...
Costa Rica stands as one of the few nations in the world without a standing military, a remarkable political and social decision that has shaped its identity for over seven decades. While many countries allocate significant resources to national...
In Costa Rica, Mother's Day is celebrated every August 15, coinciding with the Feast of the Assumption, a date full of religious and cultural significance.
In other countries, this special date is celebrated on different dates. For example, in the...
The United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA), the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO), and the Centro Cultural España joined forces to organize a forum focused on the challenges and prospects of Indigenous Peoples' cultural heritage and collective...
