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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.
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.
Madrid hospital queues expose the cost of wasted capacity
The dispute at Madrid's Hospital Ramón y Cajal goes beyond patient numbers. It raises a harder question: are limited healthcare resources being used well?
RSV protection leaves Spanish families calmer
Most Spanish parents whose babies received RSV protection feel much calmer about infection. Yet nearly half still do not understand the virus or the risks it poses to babies.
Covid surge puts Spanish babies in focus
Covid cases among Spanish infants nearly doubled in one week. RSV is also rising, though hospital admissions remain low, while a mutation that evaded antibody protection has raised concern.
COVID-19 Leads Spain's Rise in Respiratory Infections
COVID-19 is driving the latest rise in respiratory infections in Spain, while flu remains below its seasonal peak. Doctors are calling for caution, not alarm.
Personalized phage therapy saves a war-injured limb
A Spanish-led treatment cleared a stubborn battlefield infection. The patient avoided amputation and regained some elbow movement after receiving a bacteriophage alongside colistin.
Respiratory viruses return as flu cases rise across Spain
Covid is currently the most common respiratory virus detected in Spain. Flu cases are nearly three times higher than last year, while bronchitis and bronchiolitis are also increasing.
Covid starts rising in Spain as autumn transmission returns
Covid infections and hospital detections are rising in Spain as autumn begins. The increase is still mild, but it is putting renewed focus on protection for vulnerable groups.
Respiratory viruses leave Galicia's health services with little room to spare
Covid and flu are driving more people to Galicia's health services. Primary care access varies sharply between centres, while hospital emergency departments are dealing with another rise in patients.
CAR-T turns relapsed lymphoma into a fight for access
CAR-T therapy is changing care for blood cancers, especially after relapse. But access still depends on specialist hospitals, manufacturing capacity and the money and distance involved.
Valencia Floods Paralyse Transport After Storms Trigger Emergency Alert
Torrential rain flooded streets and disrupted Valencia’s transport network, with more than 470 incidents reported. Cars were trapped, water entered public facilities and the ES-Alert warning reached residents two hours after the rain began.
Madrid Health Chief Blames Doctor Amid Hospital Waitlist Scandal
A Madrid health official has accused a doctor of manipulating patient lists after reports surfaced of irregular changes at Ramón y Cajal Hospital. Journalists have presented evidence of altered surgery priorities, but the hospital and authorities have not responded.
Madrid Surgeon Faces Suspension After Damaging Boss's Car
A surgeon at Ramón y Cajal Hospital who accused Madrid of manipulating waiting lists now faces disciplinary action for damaging his boss's car. The case exposes a bitter personal and professional feud inside one of Spain's major public hospitals.
Two new West Nile fever cases confirmed in Extremadura
The Servicio Extremeño de Salud has identified two more West Nile fever cases in Extremadura. This brings the 2026 total to 48, with two deaths. Several patients remain hospitalized across the region.
Madrid hospital quietly downgrades surgery priority to improve wait list stats
A leading Madrid hospital lowered the priority of 57 patients on its surgery list to make waiting times look better. Medical unions say this is a manipulation of official data, raising concerns about the reliability of regional health statistics.
Madrid Hospital Accused of Manipulating Surgery Waiting Lists
A leading Madrid hospital is under fire for downgrading patient severity to mask surgical delays. The health minister is pushing for urgent transparency reforms, while regional officials are pressed to explain the data manipulation.
Madrid Hospital Downgraded Patient Priority to Meet Surgery Targets
Leaked documents show that Ramón y Cajal Hospital in Madrid lowered patient priority without consulting surgeons to meet productivity quotas. The move delayed urgent surgeries for dozens and led to internal disciplinary action.
Torrevieja Hospital to Add Nearly 200 Beds in Five-Year Expansion
The Generalitat will invest over €175 million to expand Torrevieja Hospital. The project adds 30,000 square meters, nearly doubling capacity. More than 650 new staff will be hired in phases over five years.
Barcelona’s New Clínic Hospital to Bring 1,000 Homes and Major Urban Shift
Barcelona’s Clínic Hospital will relocate, triggering a €1.7 billion urban overhaul. L’Hospitalet will see 800 new homes, half protected. Esplugues secures the new Pharmacy faculty. The project reshapes healthcare, housing, and city links.
Serious Injury After Car and Truck Crash on A-21 in Loiti
A major collision between a car and a truck on the A-21 in Loiti left one person seriously injured. The victim was airlifted to Hospital Universitario de Navarra. Traffic disruptions continue as emergency teams work at the scene.
Man Hospitalized in Serious Condition After Shooting in Villa de Vallecas
A 49-year-old man was seriously injured by a gunshot to the thigh in Madrid’s Villa de Vallecas. Emergency services responded quickly and police are investigating the circumstances.
Hospital 12 de Octubre Sends Ultrasounds to Private Clinics Amid Overload
Hospital 12 de Octubre will outsource up to 6,350 ultrasounds over six months. The move follows a €300 million renovation but comes amid rising demand and staff shortages. Patients from 19 primary care centers will be affected.
Norway’s King Harald V in Critical Condition After Health Deterioration
King Harald V of Norway is in a critical state after a severe infection. The royal family has halted all official duties. The situation has prompted concern from Norwegian authorities and the public.
Man in Critical Condition After Kitchen Fire in Carabanchel Apartment
A 67-year-old man suffered serious burns and smoke inhalation after a fire broke out in his Carabanchel apartment. Emergency teams rescued and stabilized him before transferring him to La Paz Hospital.
Two Injured After Car Overturns on GC-501 in Gran Canaria
A 73-year-old man and a 9-year-old boy were injured when their car overturned on the GC-501. Firefighters had to free one person from the vehicle. Both were taken to hospital with moderate injuries.
Interpreter Earns Thousands Guiding Chinese Patients at Madrid Hospital
A private interpreter at Fundación Jiménez Díaz helps dozens of Chinese patients daily. His services fill a gap in public healthcare translation. The demand highlights ongoing challenges for non-Spanish speakers in Madrid’s hospitals.
Guadalajara Hospital Adopts Blood Test to Diagnose Severe Allergies
Hospital Universitario de Guadalajara is among the few in Spain using the Basophil Activation Test to diagnose severe allergies. The method reduces the need for high-risk exposure tests and marks a shift in patient safety and care.
Waiting Times for Specialists in Catalonia Surge, Exceeding 10 Months in Vallès
Catalonia’s average wait for a first specialist visit has risen to nearly 120 days. In Vallès, some hospitals now report delays of over 10 months. The shortage of doctors and an aging population drive the crisis.
Ophthalmology Emergency Visits Surge After Eclipse, Few Serious Cases
Spanish hospitals faced a sharp rise in eye emergency visits after the solar eclipse. Most cases were mild, with only isolated reports of serious retinal damage. Health authorities remain alert as symptoms may appear days later.
Foreign Patients Left in Limbo at Madrid Hospital Emergency Ward
Two foreign nationals spent days in Puerta de Hierro’s emergency ward. Their cases reveal how social status and nationality can affect urgent care in Madrid. Hospital staff question the system’s priorities.
Court Dismisses PSOE Complaint Over Quirón and Ribera Salud Hospitals
The Tribunal de Cuentas has closed the case against Madrid's hospital billing system. No financial harm or debt forgiveness to Quirón or Ribera Salud was found. The decision supports the regional government's position.
Heart Transplant Gives New Life to 68-Year-Old in Barcelona
A Barcelona woman, 68, says her heart transplant not only saved her life but changed her outlook. Four years after surgery, she reports feeling healthier than decades ago. The case highlights Spain’s organ donation system.
Hospital 12 de Octubre Unveils Major Transformation After Landmark Demolition
Madrid’s Hospital Universitario 12 de Octubre has completed the demolition of its 18-story General Residence, removing 80,000 cubic meters of debris. The cleared site will become a landscaped plaza, improving access and connecting the hospital with the city.
Stolen Car and Tyres Found Abandoned at Palma Hospital Car Park
Police in Palma have recovered a stolen car and two tyres left in the Son Llàtzer Hospital car park. The discovery followed a security guard’s report. Both the vehicle and tyres were returned to their owners after police checks.
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