Health
How Does Bone Marrow Transplantation Work in Costa Rica?
Donating bone marrow is a simple procedure that can save the life of a patient with cancer in the blood.In one of the salons of the San Juan de Dios hospital is Daniel, a patient with blood cancer who...
Culture & Lifestyle
Keys for Longevity in Costa Rica’s Blue Zones
In the world, there are at least 5 "blue zones" or places where there is longevity among its inhabitants in conditions of good health. This is what Jorge Vindas, founder of the Nicoya Peninsula Association, recalls, a "blue zone"...
Health
Beat menstrual cramps naturally
Like most women, you have probably experienced menstrual cramps also referred to as “dysmenorrhea”. Approximately 3%-8% of women experience severe symptoms that disrupt their daily function and meet the criteria for premenstrual dysphoric disorder (PMDD) a severe form of...
Health
Feminine design and cyclical nature
Why we should be in tune with our cyclical nature and how to reconnect with our feminine Spirit? “Each month a woman's body undergoes a series of changes, many of which occur without her being consciously aware of them....
Health
Costa Rica Seeking to Improve Medical Tourism
Costa Rica receives thousands of visitors every year. Allowing for the number of travelers coming from the United States, Panama, and Europe, the health private sector in the country has planned to create another system with a wider approach...
Environment
Pesticides in Coffee Plantation on the Brink of Phase-Out
Nowadays, the country is about to take a stance to a pesticide called Glyphosphate in order to boost the sustainable production of a coffee plantation. Costa Rican authorities are conscious of the chemical as it is considered one of...
Health
A Foreigner’s Experience with Costa Rica’s Health Care System
At first, I tried to ignore the intense discomfort in my stomach, presuming it would resolve itself like every previous pain in my life
Health
Diabetes, A Stealthy Killer In Costa Rica
Over 50,000 ticos suffer from this ailment; the CCSS will be stepping up the assistance systems to reduce the high diabetes incidence rate.Two out of the 10 Costa Ricans are unaware of their metabolic condition.In the country, there are...
Health
HEALTHY BREAKS AT THE RETREAT COSTA RICA
THE RETREAT Costa Rica a Diana Stobo Property and transformational wellness center, literally “Heaven on Earth”.Looking for a delicious luxuries detox? The Retreat Costa Rica in Atenas is our favorite recommendation!Birthed in 2014, THE RETREAT is the brainchild of...
Health
Sacred Sexuality
Sexuality is a reality not one of us can escape. We are born through sexuality and we are born with sexuality. Yet how many of us actually tune into the immense sacredness of our sexuality?Please know this - Your...
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Puzzle Lover? Costa Rica to Host First International Championship
Puzzle lovers have a date this weekend, as the First International Championship will be held in Costa Rica. Jacob...