Mexico May Soon Approve a MPox Vaccine

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Mexico’s Federal Commission for Protection Against Healh Risks (Cofepris) may soon approve a vaccine to help combat the world-wide health threat of Mpox (formerly Monkey Pox). 

Puerto Vallarta invites to the third edition of Health & Wellness

In the midst of everyday life, healthy lifestyles are a true option to fulfill the maxim of having a healthy mind in a healthy...

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.

Thrive Med Spa Hosts First Botox Party at Villa Sorpresa

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Thrive Med Spa hosted its inaugural Botox party on Saturday, July 26, 2025, at the stunning Villa Sorpresa in Puerto Vallarta.

SETAC Discontinues Free PREP Services Due to Lack of Government Funding

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SETAC (SOLIDARITY ED THOMAS CIVIL ASSOCIATION), announced via a "story" posted on Instagram and Facebook on Thursday, Feb. 23, 2023, that it was being forced to discontinue providing free PREP to more than 500 uses of the program due to a lack of government funding.

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...

World AIDS Day Celebrated on Dec. 1

December 1 is World AIDS Day. It was the first day dedicated to health around the world, and the reason for choosing that specific date was for reasons of media impact, being the first day of December.

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.

SETAC Expands Lab Service

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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.

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.

SETAC inaugurates new liaison office in Zona Romantica

Yesterday was the big inauguration of SETAC's new liaison office in Zona Romantica! Among other things, this new connection office will assist with HIV...

Infinity Gabo Brings Passion and Energy to Sensual Massages

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Marco Hernadez is beautiful - inside and out - he is a free spirit - and he is Infinity Gabo, offering sensual massages.

International AIDS candlelight memorial

Intensifying the fight for the right to health and as every 3rd Sunday of May, the international vigil in memory of people who have...

Dr. Puerto Vallarta Adds New Physician to Treat Chronic Pain and Expands Hangover IV Treatments

Dr. Karen Torres has joined the staff with Dr. Puerto Vallarta, as a pain management specialist for patients with chronic pain and palliative care.
Dr. Karen Torres has joined the staff with Dr. Puerto Vallarta, as a pain management specialist for patients with chronic pain and palliative care.

LGBTQ+ Community Center Expands, Offers New Services

Vallarta's Gay+ Community Center is located at Morelos 101-Local 3B, Centro, 48300 Puerto Vallarta, Jal. It has recently expanded it's physical space and its services. Photo by Jerry Jones
The Vallarta Gay+ Community Center (VGCC) is experiencing a period of rapid growth and expansion, transforming into a vital hub for Puerto Vallarta's LGBTQ+ community.

Look Younger and Feel Better with Microneedling in Puerto Vallarta

Daniel Chávez checks out the results after the microneedling treatment at ThrIVe MedSpa.
If you’re looking for a new glow and ‘fresh face’ look no further than ThrIVe MedSpa, which offers microneedling, a process that helps your skin produce more collagen and elastin.

Buzzworthy Queer Headlines with Josh Robbins

We have big queer news to cover this week including: COVID-19 and HIV Concerns; A judge just paused a Trump Policy that may affect us all; plus a church just walked away from their domination affiliation and you won’t believe why they did it?

Dr. Becerra’s Pause Clinic Offers Hormone Replacement Therapy Treatment for Men and Women

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Dr. Cinthia Becerra, a pioneer of hormone replacement therapy (BHRT) in Mexico for more than seven years, offers the only clinic in Mexico (Pause Clinic) that specializes only in Bio-Identical Hormone Replacement.

Doctor at Home PV offers a new option for your ailments

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

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

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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: