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Hospital transmission precedes Euskadi's first recorded Mpox death
A 61-year-old man died after contracting Mpox at Hospital Donostia in San Sebastián. Doctors have not confirmed that the infection caused his death because he had extremely serious underlying illnesses.
Europe narrows the cancer drug access gap, but Spain still faces delays
Austria and Switzerland led Europe in the use of newer cancer medicines in 2023, while Spain stayed in the middle. Approval and funding still do not guarantee that patients receive treatment quickly.
Urban birds could flag West Nile virus earlier in Spain
A CSIC study found more antibodies in urban birds during years with human West Nile outbreaks. Blackbirds and sparrows could help show where the virus is circulating in Spain.
Silent receptor leaves tumour-fighting immune cells weaker
Researchers found that gamma-delta T cells lose much of their tumour-fighting strength when a key receptor falls silent after the cells mature. The result held across mouse models and laboratory tests with human cells.
Spain's doctors put indefinite strike on hold after election call
Spain's doctors have postponed the indefinite stoppage planned for 28 October after the call for general elections. The protest remains active and could return if the next government rejects their demands.
Young endocrinologists sharpen care for chronic hypoparathyroidism
More than 40 young specialists met in Madrid for Emerging Experts. The programme focused on chronic hypoparathyroidism and the decisions that go beyond calcium control.
Madrid specialists turn to chronic hypoparathyroidism
Nearly 50 young endocrinology specialists met in Madrid for the first Emerging Experts programme. The training focused on chronic hypoparathyroidism, a rare disease estimated to affect around 13,000 people in Spain.
Doctors suspend indefinite strike after Spain election call
Spain's medical unions have postponed their indefinite strike, which was due to start on 28 October. They say the action can resume if the next Government rejects their demands.
Doctors suspend open-ended strike as Spain heads to elections
Spain's doctors have postponed their indefinite strike from 28 October. The unions say the dispute is still active and could return after the elections if the next government ignores their demands.
Doctors postpone indefinite strike after election call
Spain's doctors have delayed their indefinite stoppage from 28 October after an early general election was called for 29 November 2026. The strike remains active and could return if the next Government does not answer demands for a separate medical statute.
Spain leaves osteoporosis patients exposed after a first fracture
Spain records about 285,000 fragility fractures each year. Specialists say too many eligible patients still miss treatment and follow-up after the first fracture.
How precise diagnosis is changing hematology care at a Madrid hospital
At Hospital Universitario Fundación Jiménez Díaz, specialists showed patients and trainees how blood counts, cellular studies, and genetic tests shape hematology care. The meeting also covered new treatments, transfusion support, research, and patient services.
Women carry a heavier lifetime burden of pain
Women report more pain across most stages of life. Researchers connect the gap to physiology, paid work and the unequal share of family care.
Catalonia storm keeps emergency services on high alert
Rain is moving north across Catalonia, with storms expected to bring up to 60 mm in three hours. Crews are restoring power while firefighters search for a missing child in Granollers.
Madrid drives Spain's private healthcare expansion
Madrid remains Spain's leading region for healthcare privatisation. Asturias, Extremadura and Castilla-La Mancha are catching up fastest, while private cover and out-of-pocket costs deepen differences in access.
October light loss puts vitamin D at risk in Spanish adults
Vitamin D levels may fall as October brings less useful sunlight, but available search results do not confirm that more than 60% of Spanish adults are affected. Testing matters because excess supplements can damage health.
Electric scooters fail to deliver on green city promises
Electric scooters have flooded Spanish cities, but their real impact is far from the green revolution many hoped for. Leading urban planner Màrius Navazo argues that scooters are not replacing cars and may even harm public health.
Meningitis warning reaches only a minority of Spanish families
Only 27% of Spanish parents know meningitis can become fatal within hours. Awareness is even lower among teenagers despite the risk of lasting damage.
Madrid broadens flu vaccination for children before early peak
Madrid has opened its joint flu and covid campaign with 1.79 million flu doses. Children under seven join the universal programme for the first time as nurses demand stronger staffing plans.
Europe approves a new single-dose antiviral for influenza
Roche has begun selling Xofluza in Spain. The oral antiviral blocks flu replication early and is taken in one dose within 48 hours.
Madrid opens flu vaccination to children through age seven
Madrid's 2026/2027 flu campaign began on 5 October with 1.79 million doses. Children through age seven are now covered, while people over 70 and at-risk patients can receive flu and Covid vaccines in one visit.
Vall d'Hebron identifies a target linked to melanoma resistance
Vall d'Hebron researchers identified p38α as a possible target in melanoma treatment. Blocking the protein improved anti-PD-1 responses in experimental models and revealed a nine-gene signature linked to treatment outcomes.
Vall d'Hebron study points to p38α in melanoma resistance
Researchers at Vall d’Hebron found that blocking p38α improved anti-PD-1 treatment in melanoma models. The work also identified a nine-gene signature linked to treatment response and survival.
Meningitis demands urgent action when warning signs appear
Meningitis can worsen quickly, and its first signs may look ordinary. High fever, severe headache and neck stiffness need urgent medical assessment.
Manganese nanodots offer a safer route for MRI contrast
Spanish researchers have developed five-nanometre carbon nanodots with stable manganese. In rodent studies, the particles matched gadolinium contrast performance while showing fluorescence and good biocompatibility.
Covid peaks shift toward late summer in Catalonia
A Catalan study of 30,000 PCR samples found Covid peaks in August and September. The pattern has reopened the debate over autumn vaccination timing, but researchers say more evidence is needed.
Tropical storm leaves Catalonia reeling with deaths and chaos
A rare storm with tropical features has battered Catalonia, killing two people and leaving one missing. Torrential rain shattered records, flooding towns and forcing evacuations as emergency crews raced to respond. The region now faces a slow recovery from widespread damage.
Two young people drown while swimming at Guardamar de Segura beach
Two young people lost their lives after entering the water at Els Vivers beach in Guardamar de Segura despite a red flag. Emergency teams attempted resuscitation but could not save them. The incident highlights a troubling rise in drownings across the Valencian Community.
Ceuta clears its largest migrant camp ahead of royal visit
Police are dismantling Ceuta's largest migrant settlement days before Spain's King and Queen visit the city. Nearly 3,000 people were initially reported to be living there, while police say the camp holds more than 3,500.
Madrid and Barcelona push for near zero alcohol limit on Spanish roads
Spain’s top traffic official confirms that Madrid and Barcelona city halls have formally requested a drastic reduction in the legal blood alcohol limit for drivers. The move could make even a single beer enough to trigger a positive test.
EU approves icotrokinra for moderate to severe psoriasis
The European Commission has approved ICOTYDE® for eligible psoriasis patients aged 12 and over. The once-daily oral peptide targets IL-23 directly and is backed by phase III data from about 2,500 participants.
Menopause drug alternatives rejected public funding in Spain
Companies selling menopause hormone alternatives have declined public funding. Supply failures are squeezing patches and sprays while Sanidad searches for another way forward.
Rheumatoid Arthritis Care Moves Toward Earlier Precision
More than 350 specialists met in Barcelona to discuss earlier rheumatoid arthritis diagnosis. Biomarkers and ultrasound are helping doctors spot disease sooner and tailor treatment for thousands of patients in Spain.
Spain faces intermittent shortages of transdermal hormone treatments
Lenzetto shortages are disrupting access to transdermal hormone treatments in Spain. Alternative patches are under pressure as regulators seek more supply and clinical guidance.
Early detection reshapes rheumatoid arthritis care in Spain
Around 20,000 new cases are diagnosed in Spain each year. Earlier detection and targeted therapies are helping doctors protect mobility and quality of life.
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