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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...
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Luck and Tradition Shape Costa Rica Families New Year Celebrations

As the clock strikes midnight and the fireworks light up the night sky, thousands of Costa Rican families will have prepared for the rituals...

US Tourists Slam Trump Over Panama Canal Takeover Threats

About fifty American tourists observe a Danish container ship entering the Panama Canal, which, approaching its 25th year under Panamanian sovereignty, faces threats from...

Flights Grounded as Potholes Plague Costa Rica’s Liberia Airport

The runway at Liberia's Daniel Oduber Quirós Airport, once again presented problems that led to its temporary closure. According to the Dirección General de...