The latest print issue of Greece Is magazine – Greece Is Health, will be available this weekend (7-8/12) together with The New York Times International Edition – Kathimerini English Edition everywhere international press is sold throughout Greece.

Greece has a unique relationship with medicine and wellness. Drawing on the philosophy of the day, it was here that Hippocrates first attributed disease to knowable, physical causes – as opposed to divine curses – to lay the foundations for modern medicine. And this rejection of superstition was not the only thing that set ancient Greek doctors apart from their contemporaries around the world. Thanks to its unique climate and geography, Greece boasts a staggering array of herbs and medically useful plants, many of which were exploited by the physicians of the day.

Yet as august as this heritage is, the present and future of Greek medicine are equally bright. Today the country boasts world-class healthcare professionals and clinics offering a broad range of treatments: from IVF, to dentistry, to cutting-edge surgical procedures. And even as Greece’s reputation as a medical destination justifiably continues to grow, these high-quality medical services remain financially more accessible than they are in many other developed countries.

On top of its high-calibre doctors and scientists, Greece, as ever, boasts all of those natural attributes identified by ancient physicians (and confirmed by modern science) as being facilitators of good health. The Mediterranean diet, with its natural reliance on extra virgin olive oil and seasonal vegetables and pulses, is on offer wherever you go. The country’s array of indigenous herbs continue to be of interest to researchers, and form the basis for everything from rejuvenating teas, to high-quality natural cosmetics.

Meanwhile the superb climate, high incidence of sunshine throughout the year, and wealth of therapeutic springs make it an ideal wellness destination, both for those seeking a place to recuperate, or those simply seeking to recharge their batteries.

Over 143 pages, Greece Is Health explores the many facets of wellness in Greece: the history of medicine in Greece; ideal modern-day retreats from agritourism farms in mountain villages to soothing spas; the secrets of longevity from the island of Ikaria; the new wave of natural cosmetics and Greek superfoods that will supercharge your daily routine; and an in-depth look at today’s leading Greek healthcare specialists and how they are using cutting-edge methods and technologies to provide services more sophisticated than ever.

So don’t miss your chance to pick up a copy of the magazine at the newsstand together with The New York Times International Edition this weekend.

Alternatively Greece Is Health will also be available online on our website (on the homepage scroll down to where it says “Read Our Magazines”). 

Note that you will also be able to order a hard copy of Greece Is Health from anywhere in the world together with many of our other back issues at our soon-to-be-launched eshop. To stay informed about the eshop’s launch please subscribe to our newsletter (you can subscribe on the homepage).