Home Health and Wellness Guide

Health and Wellness Guide

From Botox, fillers and more we introduce you to the local health care scene and focus on you feeling great and looking better with our 2021 health and wellness guide.

SETAC Expands Lab Service

SETAC Labs
SETAC, (Solidaridad Ed Thomas AC), a non-profit LGBT+ health service provider in Puerto Vallarta, has expanded it's clinical analysis laboratory to specialize in detecting potential sexual health issues.

My experience getting tested at newly opened SETAC

The newest SETAC connection office located in Zona Romantica opened its doors on Tuesday, March 19th. We went to give them the welcome to...

Omar Hernandez is Dr Puerto Vallarta

Dr Omar Hernandez
One year ago, Dr. Omar Hernández started this project, Dr Puerto Vallarta, to provide high-quality medical service in Puerto Vallarta. Originally from Mexico City, he moved to Puerto Vallarta in 2016, when he started working at different resorts providing detailed oriented consultations in English.

Dr. Odile Provides Comprehensive Medical Services at Anamaya Medical and Dental Center

Of French Canadian origin, Dr. Odile Desage is the CEO of the Anamaya Medical and Dental Center in Puerto Vallarta. Anamaya, which means "free from all diseases", has the mission of providing a comprehensive and warm service to its patients. Dr. Odile arrived in Puerto Vallarta in '98 and when she fell in love with the city she decided to settle here.

LGBTQ Soccer League ‘Jugando por Nuestros Derechos’ forms in Puerto Vallarta

Vallarta S-O-C-C-E-R “Jugando por Nuestros Dereechos” , a new LGBTQ sports project in Puerto Vallarta, has been years in the making, and is the...

Dental Tourism Booming in PV: Most Sought-After Procedures and Prices

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According to Patients Beyond Borders, Mexico and Costa Rica are the most popular destinations for dental care, cosmetic surgery and prescription medicines. The industry has been booming in Mexico as travelers seek care at a lower cost than in their home country, saving between 40% and 65% at Mexican medical centers.

Doctor at Home PV offers a new option for your ailments

Doctor at home
Going to the hospital can be something frightening for people, that is why there is the alternative of "Dr at home".

Vallarta Gay Medical Clinic Opens in Zona Romantica

Vallarta Gay Clinic (VGC), located on Calle Lazaro Cardenas 379, has opened in Zona Romantica with a promise to focus on providing LGBTQ+ patients with primary healthcare services. Photo by Oscar Almeida.
Vallarta Gay Clinic (VGC) has opened in Zona Romantica with a promise to focus on providing LGBTQ+ patients with primary healthcare services.

S.E.T.A.C. presents the Integrated Health Care Program

SETAC Wellness Center is proud to announce a new program that offers primary care services to LGBT+ temporary and permanent residents of Puerto Vallarta...

Vaccination or Negative Covid Test Required to Enter PV Bars or Clubs

Starting Jan. 14, 2022, you'll need a current Covid-19 vaccination with proof or a negative Covid-19 test to enjoy a night out at one of Puerto Vallarta's bars or clubs.

Puerto Vallarta and Aguascalientes Partner to Enhance Medical Tourism

(left to right) Aguascalientes Mayor Leonardo Montañez and Puerto Vallarta Mayor Luis Munguía signing documents to establish a twinning relationship between the two cities, enabling them to share best practices and successful strategies. Photo provided
Puerto Vallarta is taking steps toward bolstering its medical tourism industry with the launch of a new partnership aimed at providing safe, high-quality care for patients traveling for medical reasons.

PrEP Vallarta Offers New Medical and Treatment Options for Vallartians

Prep Vallarta opening
PrEP Vallarta held a grand opening celebration on April 27, 2023 at its new clinic offices in the Plaza Caracol shopping center.

Strengthening Community: Te Cuido, Me Cuido 2024, A Free Health Initiative

Activist Kenya Cuevas at conference for Vallarta Pride 2024 by photographer Oscar Almeida
A free course, "Te cuido, me cuido LGBT 2024”, will be made available that will provide training in counseling on health, comprehensive care and rights of diverse people. The course is open to  general public, with the only requirement to pre-registration, before July 26, 2024.

Experience Turkish and Moroccan Hamam in Puerto Vallarta

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Relax and rejuvenate with a traditional Turkish massage at Hamam Turkish Boutique Spa in Puerto Vallarta, Mexico.

Bioidentical Hormones: An Innovative Treatment for Transgender People

Dr. Cinthia Becerra
Dr. Cinthia Becerra is one of the precursors in Mexico of Bioidentical Hormone Replacement Therapy which, as opposed to traditional medicine, represents a less aggressive treatment for gender dysphoria.

Ayahuasca Experience Shines Light on the Unconscious

Photos courtesy of Víctor Fuentes Chong, Ayahuasca Puerto Vallarta.
A grinder chat and a desire to lead a fuller and more enjoyable life led Gerwin Rutten to seek an unusual, but very old South American form of natural healing, Ayahuasca. Rutten, who is sales manager for Out & About PV, has taken a spiritual journey that has helped him emotionally and physically, opening his eyes to a different world of natural healers. 

Makal Restaurant is an Experience of the Senses

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The moment you walk into Makal you know you’ve momentarily stepped out of the hustle and bustle of Zona Romantica and you’ve been transported into a space like no other in the area. Before you even step inside you notice it’s clean white exterior and large windows which give a glimpse into its colorful interior.

Are COVID-19 vaccines safe for people living with HIV?

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As the first COVID-19 vaccines are rolled out around the world, HIV/AIDS experts and advocates have sought to reassure those living with HIV that they can safely get the coronavirus vaccination.

Renew Yourself – Get a Boost with IV Therapy and Aesthetic Treatments in Old Town

Dr. Lizaola
Aesthetic injectable and skin rejuvenation specialist Dr. Valeria Lizaola recently opened the doors to Renew IV Bar and Med Spa, PV’s own premier IV Bar in Zona Romantica. It specializes in IV therapy and aesthetic procedures that combat signs of ageing, rejuvenates, and refreshes skin. Some of Dr. Lizaola’s specialties include:

SETAC Resets Prep Program, Will Provide Services for up to 1,000 participants

prep pills illustration
SETAC (SOLIDARITY ED THOMAS CIVIL ASSOCIATION), will reset it's PREP program and now provide PREP for up to 1,000 participants over the next year.