Health - Page 3
1971 news
Spain's health system puts regional leadership under scrutiny
Spain's public health leaders met to examine the system's next challenges. The debate focused on regional responsibility, national coordination and the tests that will shape the system's resilience.
Spain Unveils New Roadmap for Flu Prevention
A new white paper sets out 14 recommendations for flu prevention in Spain. It links vaccination coverage with access, coordination and protection for people at higher risk.
Why chronic pain affects twice as many women
A Science review examines why chronic pain affects women at roughly twice the rate of men. Hormones may shape pain sensitivity, immune responses and pain processing across the body.
COVID-19 pushes Spain into a low-level epidemic
Spain's respiratory-infection rate rose 28.2% in one week and crossed the epidemic threshold. COVID-19 is driving the increase, while hospital pressure remains limited but measurable.
Inflammatory Bowel Disease Could Affect 1% of Spain by 2030
About 300,000 people in Spain live with inflammatory bowel disease. GETECCU and ACCU are calling for faster diagnosis, equal access to specialist treatment and regular psychological support.
Spain's bowel disease care faces a nationwide equality test
GETECCU and ACCU España have presented a ten-point plan for inflammatory bowel disease care in Spain. The groups say access to specialist units and treatment still varies between autonomous communities.
Depression diagnosis moves toward brain-based symptom profiles
Researchers at Barcelona's Instituto de Investigación Sant Pau are challenging the idea that depression has one biological pattern. Their review links symptoms such as anhedonia, rumination, insomnia and suicidal behaviour to different patterns of brain connectivity.
Covid pushes Spain into a respiratory epidemic phase
Spain has crossed the epidemic threshold for acute respiratory infections. Coronavirus now leads primary care detections and respiratory hospital admissions, while demand for home tests is rising.
Sugar Intake During Antibiotics Threatens Cancer Patient Survival
A major study reveals that consuming sugar while on antibiotics can sharply worsen gut microbiome loss in cancer patients, raising their risk of life-threatening complications. The findings challenge current hospital nutrition practices and highlight a critical, modifiable risk factor.
Madrid sets October 5, 2026 start for flu vaccinations
Madrid will begin flu vaccinations on October 5, 2026. People aged 60 and over and children from six months to seven years will get priority, followed by healthcare workers and other risk groups.
Cancer care now asks how patients live after treatment
Spanish oncologists are looking past survival alone. At its Madrid congress, SEOM is calling for care that helps patients rebuild daily life while precision medicine reshapes treatment.
Obesity remains invisible to many people living with it
In Spain, only 56% of people with obesity recognise that they have the disease. The finding shows a gap between health concerns and personal recognition, even as medical groups treat obesity as a chronic condition.
SATSE warns vaccination drive is stretching nursing teams
Valencia's vaccination campaign began on 28 September, while Andalusia's is due to start on 1 October. SATSE says both regions are moving ahead without extra nurses, raising the risk of delays now and pressure on emergency departments later.
CNIO identifies a weak stage before brain metastases cause symptoms
A six-year CNIO study found a short period when early brain metastases become vulnerable. Three drugs eliminated micrometastases in mice and human tissue before visible tumours formed.
VRS immunisation brings calm to Spanish families
Most Spanish families feel calmer after protecting their children against VRS. Yet almost half still do not clearly understand the virus, and many expect an infection to affect work and household finances.
95% of Spanish families feel calmer after RSV immunisation
A Sanofi study of 1,322 Spanish parents finds that most feel calmer after their children receive RSV immunisation. Many families still know little about the virus and remain worried about hospital care.
VRS Immunisation Brings Relief to 95% of Spanish Families
Nine out of ten families say immunising their children against VRS gave them greater peace of mind. A Sanofi study also found large gaps in parents' knowledge and concern about the cost of caring for a sick baby.
CNIO identifies a brief window to attack hidden brain metastases
CNIO researchers found a short stage when early brain metastases are unusually vulnerable. Three drugs removed micrometastases in animal models before they developed into detectable tumours.
Madrid sets 5 October start for dual vaccination campaign
Madrid will begin its flu and Covid-19 vaccination campaign on 5 October. The first appointments will focus on older people and children before wider access begins.
Blood test opens a new route to personalised cancer therapy
VHIO researchers found tumour neoantigens and responsive T cells in blood samples. The method could widen access to personalised immunotherapy when tumours are hard to biopsy.
Global flu surveillance becomes Spain's early warning system
Spain's flu activity is still low, but early changes are appearing among younger people. Álvaro Torres explains why international surveillance helps track variants and plan prevention before the next season takes shape.
CNIO finds a vulnerable window against brain metastasis
Spanish researchers found a brief stage when early brain metastases may respond to treatment. Three drugs cleared microscopic lesions in mice and human tissue, but clinical trials are still needed.
CNIO finds a drug target in early brain metastases
CNIO researchers found a short period when early brain metastases are unusually vulnerable. Three drugs destroyed micrometastases in laboratory models before they became detectable tumours.
Spain funds dual immunotherapy for metastatic colorectal cancer
Spain has begun funding its first dual immunotherapy for first-line treatment of metastatic colorectal cancer. The combination targets a rare tumour subtype and produced major gains over chemotherapy in a phase III trial.
Southern Flu Data Offers Spain Clues, Not a Forecast
Flu activity remains low in Spain, with a small rise among younger people. Data from the southern hemisphere can show which variants are circulating, but it cannot predict Spain's season with certainty.
Spain Opens 2026 Flu and COVID Vaccination Campaign
Spain is setting dates for the 2026-2027 flu and COVID-19 campaign. Flu infections have tripled since last year, and surveillance data show the season is starting early. Regional calendars now set the dates for priority groups.
Carlos Tatay returns to racing after life changing Moto2 crash
After a devastating Moto2 accident left him in a wheelchair, Carlos Tatay refused to give up on competition. His journey through rehabilitation, depression, and a new career in adapted motorsport now inspires a new generation.
Short videos are wearing down attention and mental resilience
Short videos deliver constant stimulation in seconds. Studies link heavier use to weaker attention, memory and mental health. Spain's teenagers are already showing the cost.
Historic cars roll through Burgos to boost cancer research
Nearly thirty vintage cars took over Burgos for a day, raising money for cancer research and honoring Sergio Corral. Organizers aimed to match last year’s €4,000 for oncology projects.
Toledo psoriasis unit wins AEDV’s highest Cuderma rating
Auditors found that Toledo’s psoriasis unit met 33 basic indicators and 15 excellence indicators under the AEDV’s Cuderma programme. The review also examined patient education, follow-up and cooperation between medical teams.
Iván Fernández dies at 45 after battle with ELA
Iván Fernández, once the driving force behind Vuelo 505, has died at 45 after confronting esclerosis lateral amiotrófica. His fight extended beyond music as he co-founded VencELA Rioja, challenging the region’s silence around the disease.
Seville residents lose sleep as car parties take over La Oliva
For four years, families in La Oliva have endured sleepless nights as car-based parties with blaring music invade their streets. With police rarely intervening, residents face mounting health issues and a sense of abandonment.
Covid accelerates across Spain as autumn circulation begins
Covid-19 is rising quickly in Spain after a quiet summer. Primary care data show faster transmission, while hospitals still report low pressure and no established autumn wave.
Gedeon Richter puts daily osteoporosis care on a phone
Gedeon Richter has launched Tu Salud Ósea for people with osteoporosis in Spain. The app tracks treatment doses and brings exercise, food and disease information into daily care.
Covid moves ahead of flu in Spain as experts call for renewed protection
Spain has recorded 85 Covid cases per 100,000 people, compared with 22.9 for influenza. Specialists are urging vaccination and mask use during symptoms as the virus spreads earlier than expected.
Page 3 by 20