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Costa Rica Declares Obesity a Chronic Disease

Obesity is acknowledged as a chronic disease related to public health in Costa Rica, according to the Ministry of Health. The decree signed by...
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Dengue Epidemic and Avian Flu Surge Across the Americas

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

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

Best and worst habits for your teeth The secret to healthy teeth and gums isn’t much of a secret: Brush twice a day, floss once...

Dengue Fever Crisis in Costa Rica: Cases Reach Record Highs

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...

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

Rising stress levels are contributing to an increase in stress-induced bruxism, which can lead to significant dental damage if not detected and treated early....

Costa Rica Confirms Tuberculosis Cases Among Homeless in San Carlos

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

Costa Rica Dengue Crisis Doubles Cases in 2024 Health Alert

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,...

Costa Rica’s Monetary Policy Jeopardizes Crucial Hospital Construction

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...

Costa Rica’s Aging Population Faces Pension Crisis

A new study by the School of Medicine and the Development Observatory Research Center (CIOdD), both of the University of Costa Rica (UCR), revealed...

Costa Rica Begins Vaccination Campaign to Fight Respiratory Illnesses

Costa Rica will launch a vaccination campaign against respiratory diseases, including Covid-19, influenza, and rhinovirus, throughout September, the government announced today. The country plans...

Costa Rica Sees Surge in Dengue Fever Cases with Over 19,000 Infections

Dengue fever continues to pose a significant threat in Costa Rica, with contagion rates reaching alarmingly high levels. According to data from the Ministry...
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