Domingo Abarca, whose son committed suicide in 2009, is pushing lawmakers to create a national suicide prevention institute. Lawmakers are listening.

Costa Rica’s most famous dish is the focus of a study on preventing diabetes.

A sampling of post-surgical recovery centers, drug and alcohol addiction rehab facilities, and health and wellness retreats around the country.

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