Monkeypox cases could be the “tip of the iceberg”, says WHO
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The 200 cases of monkeypox reported in recent weeks outside countries where it usually circulates could be the "tip of the iceberg," the World...
A Handy Herb for any Costa Rican Garden
This hardy, wild plant requires average soil and has no major pest problem. Keep in mind that chanca piedras isn’t a magic bullet, but serves as an aid in the treatment.
Is It Good for Kids to Drink Coffee?
If you’re a parent of a preteen or teenager, you probably know how hectic and stressful their schedules can get. As your kid moves...
3rd Dose Required For Costa Rica Public Employees and Minors 12 to 18
The National Commission on Vaccination and Epidemiology (CNVE) has mandated that all public employees and children between the ages of 12 to 18 must...
The Benefits of Adding Honey In Your Coffee
Have you ever wondered why you see people putting honey in their coffee instead of sugar or other alternatives? I was thinking about this...
Costa Rica on guard for Covid 19 Developments this Holiday Season
Costa Rica is keeping eye on the development of COVID-19 and, in particular, of the Omicron variant of SARS-CoV-2 during the end-of-year and beginning-of-year...
WHO has no reports yet of Omicron Covid deaths
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The World Health Organization said Friday it had not seen any reports of deaths relating to the new Omicron variant of Covid-19.
The WHO said...
Costa Rica Continues its Efforts to Eliminate Malaria by 2025
The Ministry of Health, INCIENSA and the Costa Rican Social Security Fund, with the technical support of the Pan American Health Organization (PAHO) ...
5 Ways to Avoid Getting Sick Traveling in Central America
Central America and Costa Rica in particular, is an incredible place to travel! You can experience new cultures, explore rain forests or snorkel in...
Breast cancer incidence remains high in Costa Rica
According to Health Ministry data, 427 women in Costa Rica died as a result of breast cancer in 2020.
The disease remains the top cause...
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Costa Rica Weather: Heavy rains affect several regions
Heavy rains in recent days have caused several floods and landslides in different parts of the country. The National Emergency Commission (CNE) has received...
Monkeypox vaccine maker Bavarian Nordic ready to meet demand
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As the lone laboratory manufacturing a licensed vaccine against monkeypox, Danish company Bavarian Nordic has seen its order book fill up as the usually...
Global food crisis will cause ‘millions of deaths’, says humanitarian organization
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The global food crisis caused by the war in Ukraine will cause "millions of deaths" by exposing the most vulnerable population to infectious diseases,...
