A leading Madrid hospital is under fire for downgrading patient severity ratings to mask surgical delays. The health minister is pushing for urgent transparency reforms, while regional officials face pressure to explain the data manipulation.
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.
The Generalitat will invest over €175 million to expand Torrevieja Hospital. The project will add 30,000 square meters, nearly doubling capacity, and more than 650 new staff will be hired in phases over five years.
Barcelona’s Clínic Hospital will relocate, triggering a €1.7 billion urban overhaul. L’Hospitalet will see 800 new homes, half protected. Esplugues will get the new Faculty of Pharmacy. The project will reshape healthcare, housing, and connections between the cities.
A 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.
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 will outsource up to 6,350 ultrasounds over six months. The move follows a €300 million renovation and comes amid rising demand and staff shortages. Patients from 19 primary care centers will be affected.
King Harald V of Norway is in critical condition after a severe infection. The royal family has halted all official duties, prompting concern among Norwegian authorities and the public.
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.
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 occupant from the vehicle. Both were taken to hospital with moderate injuries.
A private interpreter at Fundación Jiménez Díaz helps a dozen or more Chinese patients each day, filling a gap in public healthcare translation. The demand highlights ongoing challenges for non-Spanish speakers in Madrid’s hospitals.
Hospital Universitario de Guadalajara is among the few hospitals in Spain using the Basophil Activation Test to diagnose severe allergies. The blood test reduces the need for high-risk exposure tests, advancing patient safety and care.
Catalonia’s average wait for a first specialist visit has risen to nearly 120 days. In Vallès, some hospitals now report delays of more than 10 months. A shortage of doctors and an aging population are driving the crisis.
Spanish hospitals saw a sharp rise in eye emergency visits after the solar eclipse. Most cases were mild, with serious retinal damage reported only in isolated cases. Health authorities remain alert because symptoms may appear days later.
Two foreign nationals spent days in Puerta de Hierro’s emergency ward. Their cases show how social status and nationality can affect urgent care in Madrid, prompting hospital staff to question the system’s priorities.
The Tribunal de Cuentas has closed the case over Madrid's hospital billing system. It found no financial harm or debt forgiveness involving Quirón or Ribera Salud, backing the regional government's position.
A 68-year-old woman in Barcelona says her heart transplant saved her life and changed her outlook. Four years after surgery, she feels healthier than she did decades ago. Her case highlights Spain’s organ donation system.
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 is planned as a landscaped plaza to improve access and connect the hospital with the city.
Police in Palma recovered a stolen car and two tyres left in the car park at Son Llàtzer Hospital after a security guard reported the discovery. Following police checks, the vehicle and tyres were returned to their owners.
A 26-year-old inmate at Seville's psychiatric prison allegedly killed two cellmates overnight. The attack has renewed concerns about mental health care and safety in Spanish penitentiaries. Authorities have launched an investigation.
A newborn vanished from the neonatal unit at Francisco de Borja Hospital in Gandia. Police suspect the father may be involved, and authorities have assumed guardianship of the child while the search continues.
Prosecutors in Málaga are investigating claims that a public hospital in Axarquía used expired reagents in lab tests. The case began after a union complaint and could affect thousands of patients. Authorities have already submitted documents to the court.
A Madrid court has summoned the Gregorio Marañón geriatrics chief as an official suspect. The case centers on controversial pandemic protocols linked to care home deaths, with several high-profile officials now under investigation.
A Madrid court has summoned the head of geriatrics at Gregorio Marañón as a suspect. The investigation centers on protocols that restricted hospital transfers from care homes during the pandemic. Several senior officials are now under judicial review.
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.
A 51-year-old man was found unconscious and in cardiac arrest after a fire broke out in his Carabanchel apartment. Firefighters and emergency medics intervened, stabilizing him before his urgent transfer to hospital.
Raquel Bollo Faces Difficult Times: Loss of a Close Friend and Son's Hospitalization. Raquel Bollo has found herself in the spotlight after her candid admission about a friend's death and her son's hospitalization. Her posts sparked a wave of support and discussion on social media. Family drama and personal challenges have once again brought the TV host to the front pages.
Ilia Topuria loses UFC title and ends up in hospital after fight in Washington. Ilia Topuria has lost his UFC championship belt and was hospitalized with a suspected orbital fracture. His condition and the details of the fight at UFC Freedom 250 are being discussed by all Spanish media.
Andrés Pajares Leaves Hospital: A Rare Gesture After Prolonged Illness. Andrés Pajares is back in the spotlight after being discharged from the hospital. His rare appearance on Instagram has sparked renewed discussion about the actor's health. Family and fans are watching the star’s every move closely.
Ivonne Reyes Returns Home After Surgery: How the Model Recovered After Emergency Leave from the Show. Ivonne Reyes made an emergency exit from 'Supervivientes 2026' due to injury. After surgery in Madrid, the model was discharged home. Her video message and recovery details are already being discussed in Spanish media.
Patry Jordan After Childbirth: How Life Changes and Why Recovery Became a Challenge. Patry Jordan became a mother for the first time and has spoken openly about her challenging recovery after a C-section. Her honest confessions and details about the first days with her daughter Sia have sparked a wave of support.
Rappel in Intensive Care: What Is Known About the Hospitalization of the Famous Magician. Rappel was admitted to intensive care after a sudden decline in health. The cause was a severe form of diverticulitis. His message to the public and the details of the hospitalization have sparked widespread discussion in the Spanish media.
The Mario Marzo Family: Son's Surgery and a Rare Gesture Supporting Doctors. Mario Marzo's wife shared a challenging moment: one of their young sons underwent surgery. The couple publicly thanked the doctors and highlighted the value of Spanish healthcare.
Anita Williams at the Center of Discussion After Emergency Hospital Return. Anita Williams is once again in the spotlight after an unexpected return to the hospital. Her postoperative condition has raised questions among fans. The fate of her new surgery now remains uncertain.
Luna Serrat hospitalized in sixth month of pregnancy: photo raises concern. Luna Serrat, who is expecting twins with Dani Ceballos, alarmed fans with a photo from the hospital. A sudden deterioration in her condition during an ultrasound sparked discussions.
