Health

In an unprecedented medical milestone in Costa Rica, Henry Sánchez, a resident of Coronado, has received a second chance at life thanks to the implantation of a mechanical heart at the Rafael Ángel Calderón Guardia Hospital. The procedure, performed...

In Costa Rica, three respiratory viruses are currently circulating most, according to the Ministry of Health. During the last week, the entity reported the presence of seven viruses in the country, but the ones causing the most illness are...

Psilocybin, the active compound found in certain species of mushrooms, has garnered significant attention for its potential therapeutic and transformative properties. While its use has been historically tied to spiritual rituals and indigenous practices, modern science is uncovering its...

March 14, marked World Sleep Day, an initiative promoted by the World Sleep Society to raise awareness about the importance of adequate sleep for physical and mental health. For 2025, the slogan "Make Sleep Health a Priority" sought to...

Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA) is a genetic and hereditary disease characterized by a loss of muscle strength due to the degeneration of motor neurons that are responsible for sending signals to the muscles so that they move, it can...

You may have heard that people who feel dizzy should sit with their head between their knees, but is that true? And how do you know if you or someone else who has fainted should go to the emergency...

Healthy smoothies exist and can be a good alternative to start the day with energy. That is why we want to tell you more about them and offer you some recipes for healthy smoothies for your mornings.1.- Banana and...

The Costa Rican Social Security Fund (CCSS) reported that it closed 2024 with a record number of organ donations and transplants. The entity registered 29 donations from people who died of brain death and 66 donations from cardiac arrest....

Faster diagnosis and treatment times for breast cancer. This is the promise of the Ministry of Health with the publication and improvement of the national standard that clearly establishes the appropriate conditions, methods and techniques for the care of...

The 2025 National Medical Tourism Forum will be held with the aim of analyzing the most innovative trends, promoting collaboration between sectors and exploring new growth opportunities.The activity, organized by the Costa Rican Chamber of Health, will bring together...