Health

There is a lack of fear of Zika among the Costa Rican population, which has created problems in avoiding the spread of the virus.Citizens' lack of commitment in the elimination of breeding sites of the Aedes aegypti, the transmitter...

If you suffer from high blood pressure, adding the Mamon Verde or Criollo fruit to your diet can help to control this chronic illness. Nutritionist, Kathryn Von Saalfeld, explained that the fruit provides phosphorus, a nutrient that can help...

In some of the most remote regions of Costa Rica researchers have discovered a new species of venomous snake. The green and black pattern on the Talamancan Palm Pit-Viper’s body give it excellent camouflage while nestled in trees and...

It is not surprising that many centers of alternative medicine have opened throughout Costa Rica. Alternative medicine emphasizes whole-body care, addressing not just the physical body but also emotional and spiritual health. These new approaches to human health are grounded in...

For those new to alternative medicinal practices, acupuncture is often considered one of the more taboo methods of treating back and neck pain.  The thought of having hundreds of thin needles stuck into different parts of one's body, called...

All over the world people seek ways to "hack" their internal energy system. Some people turn to soda drinks like Coca Cola or Pepsi products to get an extra boost, while some take it to another level and indulge...

Rapé is a shamanic alternative medicinal practice that has been used in the Amazon Basin for centuries and makes up an essential part of the history and culture in the area. The practice involves inhaling a combination of different...

Imagine waiting months for a much-needed organ transplant, only to lay in bed, writhing in pain, for 4 years after the transplant is completed. Imagine that the medicines the doctors give you don't work because you're allergic to them,...

The proposal is to make a new exam for rotating interns in hospitals and public clinics that will improve the passing rate of students, given that the previous test from the Department of Social Security had structural and evaluation defects.This measure...

The number of pregnant women in Costa Rica who have contracted the zika virus continues to grow. In little under a week the number went from 6 to 10 confirmed cases. This Tuesday morning coordinator of the Programa Nacional...