The Costa Rican Ministry of Health announced that as of February 2025, it will require a yellow fever vaccination certificate from all travelers going...

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Costa Rica Dengue Cases Surge Past 30000 Mark in 2024

Ileana Fernandez - December 26, 2024

Dengue has posed a public health risk in Costa Rica. The Ministry of Health predicts that by the end of 2024, there will be...

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Dengue Epidemic and Avian Flu Surge Across the Americas

Tico Times - December 11, 2024

The Pan American Health Organization (PAHO) warned on Tuesday that cases of dengue, Oropouche, and avian flu (H5N1) have risen this year across the...

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Prisma Dental in Costa Rica explains the best and worst habits for your teeth

Dengue Fever Crisis in Costa Rica: Cases Reach Record Highs

Tico Times - November 6, 2024

Dengue cases continue to rise in Costa Rica, posing a growing public health risk. During the week of October 19-21, 607 new cases of...

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Costa Rica’s solution to a common dental problem – Bruxism

Costa Rica Confirms Tuberculosis Cases Among Homeless in San Carlos

Ileana Fernandez - October 26, 2024

The Ministry of Health has confirmed three cases of tuberculosis in Costa Rica, all affecting homeless individuals residing in San Carlos, Alajuela. Authorities reported...

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Costa Rica Dengue Crisis Doubles Cases in 2024 Health Alert

Tico Times - October 8, 2024

Costa Rica's health authorities are on high alert due to a surge in dengue fever cases. As of the week ending September 23, 2023,...

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Costa Rica’s Monetary Policy Jeopardizes Crucial Hospital Construction

Tico Times - September 20, 2024

The government's monetary policy has significantly impacted various sectors of the country. In this context, the Costa Rican Social Security Fund (CCSS) announced that...