Costa Rican scientists have created a patented medical device that allows for the lab-grown development of muscle and bone tissue—offering a new alternative for...
Recent studies claim that about one-third of adults in Costa Rica are considered obese and another third overweight. Which means about two-thirds of adults...
Vaping has become increasingly popular, especially among teenagers and young adults. However, the health consequences associated with its use are raising alarm among Costa...
After years of waiting, medical cannabis is now available in Costa Rica. However, access remains tightly regulated. Its sale is restricted exclusively to pharmacies,...
Artificial intelligence is changing the game for healthcare in Costa Rica. It’s helping doctors predict illnesses, make better decisions, and use resources more effectively....
Costa Rica has issued a serious warning about the growing danger posed by vaping to public health, especially among minors. According to the Minister...
At 72, María Vargas can no longer recall her grandchildren’s names. She’s one of over 30,000 Costa Ricans living with Alzheimer’s disease today—a number...
Costa Rica reported 474 cases of tuberculosis between 2023 and 2024, a silent, airborne disease that continues to threaten public health in the country....
Stella Chinchilla Mora, a vocal critic of the Costa Rican government, faces accusations of orchestrating a plot to assassinate President Rodrigo Chaves. The 62-year-old...
El Salvador's President Nayib Bukele joined Costa Rican President Rodrigo Chaves on Wednesday to lay the first stone for a new maximum-security prison in...
