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Private Hospital Flat Line in Puerto Vallarta
 GayPV Magazine
After the tragic death of well-known Puerto Vallarta resident, Miguel Angel Santos Nolasco, whose kayak was hit by a panga in the waters just off Los Muertos Beach, many are asking troubling questions about the emergency care he received at a nearby private care hospital.
'Less Salt, More Health' Salt Shaker Ban in D.F.
 BanderasNews.com
Mexico City's Health Secretary and restaurant chamber have launched the 'Less Salt, More Health' campaign to get eateries to take salt shakers off tables. The chamber urges members to comply but there will be no sanctions against establishments that don't participate.
Choice of Birth by Caesarean Increasing in Mexico
 Lauren Villagran
Mexico has the highest rate of Caesarean births in Latin America as nearly 1 in 2 women giving birth in hospitals are using surgery. Various factors contribute to the alarming amount of C-sections including doctors and patients who prefer the convenience of scheduled birth.
New Spanish Translation of Book on Autism Offers Hope
 PR Newswire
A special education teacher of autistic children has launched a Spanish edition of her book, 'Hope As a Mother's Savior: Children with Autism Inspire!', for National Autism Awareness Month. The book was translated to offer Hispanics parents case studies and resources.
HealthCare Resources Puerto Vallarta April News
 Pamela Thompson
Things are heating up here in the Banderas Bay region, so be sure to stay cool and hydrated! As we move in to the Spring/Summer months, remember that all of HealthCare Resources Puerto Vallarta's clinics continue year round, except in September. Here's what's in store this month.
Qi Gong Spiritual Retreat to be Held in Vallarta
 Can Go Mexico
Plan to attend a 7 day Qi Gong retreat with instructor David Wei, a 16th generation disciple of Wudang Zhang San Feng Pai, and teacher of internal martial arts and traditional Chinese acupressure massage. The retreat will be May 4th - 11th at Palos Studios and Casa Alexandra.
Mexico Ready to Launch Anti-Hunger Program
 LaPrensasa.com
President Peña Nieto announced a national crusade against hunger earlier this year and now he is ready to take action. The government campaign, which will rely on 70 social programs focusing on health, education, and agricultural development, is set to be launched on Monday.
Mexico Soccer Clubs Launch Anti-Obesity Campaign
 EFE
Mexico's Health Dept, the Liga Mx soccer league, and other institutions launched their 2013 'Measure Yourself and Get Active' campaign. The goal is to promote physical exercise in a country that is the world's worst for child obesity and second-worst for obesity in adults.
Surrogacy Offered in Mexico Includes Gay Clients
 SBWire.com
Medical Tourism and Surrogacy pioneers 'PlanetHospital' announced recently that it has started offering surrogacy in Mexico for straight and gay clients. They have already attracted 'would-be' parents from Australia, Malta, Canada, the Caribbean, and the United States.
Diabetes Heightens Risk of Dementia, Memory Loss
 Fox News Latino
Researchers have found that the dangers associated with diabetes, highly prevalent in the Latino community, can include cognitive impairments. A recent study shows Mexican-Americans being treated for diabetes are two times more likely to develop dementia and memory loss.
New Study: Mexico Pays Price for Being the Soda King
 Lauren Villagran
Mexicans drink more soda than people in almost any country, according to new research which links soda consumption with increased chances of obesity and diabetes related deaths. More than 9 million Mexicans today suffer from diabetes, according to health ministry data.
Real Hope Now for Parkinson’s Patients in Mexico
 Therese Margolis
Parkinson’s disease is the nation’s second-most common neurodegenerative disorder affecting 50 out of every 100,000 people, according to the Mexican Neurological Academy but patients can expect a vast improvement of symptoms and less need for medications with DBS surgery.
Always Feel Hungry? Add Some Olive Oil to Your Diet
 Voxxi.com
Olive oil is already famed for being a heart-healthy part of your diet but now a new study finds that it may have a surprising benefit. The oil actually helps to regulate the sensation of feeling full after eating, which could help keep you from munching between meals.
IFC Presents the 'Nutrition and Cancer' Workshop
 Janie Albright Blank
The International Friendship Club is known for the excellent classes and lectures it presents at their clubhouse each season. On Wednesday, March 20th Bonnie Jauregui will present the 'Nutrition and Cancer' workshop which will explore the ways our diet effects our health.
Mexico Battling Serious Diabetes, Obesity Epidemic
 Hope Gillette
Diabetes is the number one killer in Mexico and the health condition is a direct result of the obesity issue the country struggles with. Approximately two-thirds of the nation’s population are classified as overweight or obese stemming from lifestyle and eating habits.
Thousands of Supplements Promising False Cures Seized
 Hispanically Speaking News
Health officials in Mexico have seized hundreds of thousands of natural food supplements that made false claims about their effectiveness in curing cancer, diabetes, obesity, and other diseases, the Federal Comission for Health Risks Oversight, or Cofepris announced.
Coconut Oil: A Cure-It-All if Consumed in Moderation
 Sandra Silva
According to many holistic practitioners, coconut oil aids in stress management, weight loss, dementia prevention, boosting the immune system, and treating heart disease, among other health benefits, however, some doctors warn it should be taken with a lot of moderation.
HealthCare Resources Vallarta March News & Clinics
 Pamela Thompson
Semana Santa/Spring Break is around the corner and many of our "snowbirds" will be leaving Vallarta. As in the past, we do not schedule clinics during these two holiday weeks, but we have many planned from March 13th-22nd, and are always available for your healthcare needs.
Helping Mexican Women With Gestational Diabetes
 Hope Gillette
A new program, has been designed to educate women in Mexico City about gestational diabetes - high blood sugar levels diagnosed during pregnancy. It will send informative text messages about prevention and treatment to help educate an estimated 1,000 low-income mothers.
Escape Route Vallarta: Parasites in Paradise
 Sandra Cesca
Are you worried about parasites in paradise? Don’t let this keep you from traveling to Mexico... parasites exist all over the world. According to several sites I checked, parasites and pollutants are the two most common causes of health challenges and disease worldwide.
Chia: Ancient Mexican Seed and Modern Superfood
 Karen Hursh Graber
The ancient people of Mexico were on to something long before the 1980's, when clay 'chia pets' became popular. Now chia seeds have been lauded as the new superfood of 2013. They are nutritionally dense and loaded with antioxidants, fiber, protein, and omega-3 fatty acids.
Mexico to Slaughter 600,000 Chickens Due to Bird Flu
 AFP
Mexican officials said on Friday that a new outbreak of bird flu was detected in the central state of Guanajuato and over half million chickens will be slaughtered. Authorities have launched preventive measures, testing farms to see if the outbreak has spread elsewhere.
Medical Matters Conference Speakers - Part 3
 Pamela Thompson
Meet physicians, ask questions, learn about local labs, diagnostic centers and hospitals – any and every thing to do with your health and well-being - during the Vallarta Medical Matters Conference on February 11, 2013. Here's a line-up of some of our featured speakers.
SETAC's First 'HIV Brigade' of 2013 a Huge Success
 BanderasNews.com
More than 90 men and women received free, confidential HIV testing and counseling last Saturday at the first of ten 'HIV Brigades' scheduled for 2013. Hosted by SETAC, the 'clinic' was set up in a complement of white tents erected in front of PV's famed arches on the Malecón.
Banderas Bay Area Next Destination for Medical Tourism?
 Alfredo Corchado
Texan Bruce Fry stares at the ocean and talks about his vision for the future of medical tourism in the Banderas Bay region: patients from 'Anywhere USA' finding a low-cost alternative to soaring medical prices for every type of surgery, then healing by the beach...
Sunshine May Reduce the Risk of Developing Arthritis
 BBC News Health
According to US researchers living in a sunnier climate may reduce the risk of developing rheumatoid arthritis. A study of more than 200,000 women, published in the journal 'Annals of the Rheumatic Diseases,' suggested a link between sunlight and the development of the disease.
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