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Heatwave in Spain Leaves 108 Dead in Just Three Days

Spain has recorded 108 deaths from Sunday to Tuesday during the ongoing heatwave. Extreme temperatures have set new June records, and the heatwave is nearing its end. People with heart or respiratory conditions face the greatest health risks.

Colmenar Viejo Declares Municipal Pool a Smoke-Free Zone

Colmenar Viejo’s municipal pool is now officially smoke-free, with new signs and an agreement with the Asociación Española Contra el Cáncer marking the change. The initiative aims to create healthier public spaces, especially for children and families.

Madrid Cuts Genetic Testing from Quirónsalud Lab Contract

Madrid has excluded costly genetic tests from the laboratory now managed by Quirónsalud. The move changes how rare disease and cancer risk diagnostics are handled for 1.4 million residents, while staff contracts and service delivery face major shifts.

Why More People Are Freezing Bread Before Eating It

Freezing bread is about more than avoiding waste. A small study suggests it may also slightly reduce bread’s impact on blood sugar, though the effect is limited. Here’s what freezing and reheating do to bread, and why many households have made it routine.