A Cambridge research team has pinpointed a protein that could predict preeclampsia and fetal growth restriction as early as the third month of pregnancy. The discovery may change early screening and intervention for mothers and babies at risk.
Torrevieja will provide residents with a year of free, personalized cardiac rehabilitation after hospital discharge. Run by the city and its university hospital, the program aims to lower the risk of repeat heart problems. Access requires medical documentation and specialist approval.
Spanish pulmonologists urge people with a lingering cough or excess phlegm to seek medical advice. Bronchiectasis is often diagnosed late, but early detection can prevent serious complications.
A new study from Barcelona finds that taking multiple medications is associated with a higher risk of memory gaps and confusion in older adults. More than 60 percent of patients were exposed to drugs that could worsen cognitive decline, prompting calls for urgent prescription reviews.
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.
Scientists have discovered a distinct stem cell population in mice and humans that could reshape how tendon and ligament injuries are treated. The research also offers new clues about spinal stenosis, though clinical applications are still a long way off.
Barcelona will map public suicide hotspots and introduce 44 new measures by 2028. The city aims to reduce attempts and suicidal ideation after a surge among young people since 2021, with officials promising earlier detection and support for those at risk.
Lucia Sisic, Miss Austria 2024, has died at 22 after undergoing seven heart surgeries. Her ability to recover and public presence made her a national figure. The cause of death has not been disclosed.
A study of more than 92,000 Spanish employees found an association between severe burnout and a higher estimated risk of type 2 diabetes. The association was strongest among inactive workers and those in lower occupational classes, raising questions about workplace health.
A new oral drug, Rasonque, has received FDA approval for adults with metastatic pancreatic cancer who have no other treatment options. The approval is a rare step forward in a field with few effective therapies, but for now, access is limited to the United States.
China has introduced uMR ShenGuan, a platform designed to read and influence brain activity using MRI technology. Despite claims of precision and speed, the system has not undergone clinical trials or independent validation, leaving its real-world impact in question.
A 66-year-old man lived 271 days with a genetically modified pig kidney. The case marks a breakthrough in transplant medicine and highlights the urgent search for solutions to organ shortages.
Spain’s government is pushing a landmark health reform to limit hospital shifts to 17 hours and curb chronic overwork. The draft law, now before parliament, could reshape working life for thousands of public health professionals if approved.
Dozens of Andalusians with advanced ELA are still waiting for promised financial aid. The regional government cites administrative hurdles, while families struggle with mounting care costs. The delay continues despite a national funding deal.
From 1 September, the INSS will notify Canary Islands residents about sick leave and disability benefits online. Paper letters will become the exception, and missing a digital notification could have serious consequences.
The FDA has approved Rasonque, a daily pill for advanced pancreatic cancer. Clinical trials show it doubles survival rates. The drug is now available in the US for $39,800 per month, raising questions about access.
After years of legal dispute, Francesc Augé’s father has withdrawn his opposition to his son’s euthanasia. The decision removes the basic obstacle to the procedure, which had been stalled by court battles in Catalonia.
Surgical waiting lists in Madrid have reached historic highs. Delays are forcing patients like Julián to pay for private operations. The region now leads Spain in private health insurance coverage.
Silicosis linked to artificial stone is rising sharply in Spain. Companies have faced more than €2.5 million in fines since 2019. As cases multiply, calls to ban artificial stone are growing.
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.
The Ebola epidemic in DR Congo has surpassed 2,400 deaths and 5,100 cases. Authorities are struggling to contain the Bundibugyo variant amid resource shortages and delayed detection, while WHO intensifies its response.
Ceuta's forensic service faced an unprecedented crisis after 82 migrants died in just two days. Led by Manuel Aparcero, the team worked under extreme pressure to identify the victims and treat them with dignity.
The Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo has reached six provinces. WHO says containment remains possible within three months if resources are mobilized. The situation is now the deadliest recorded outbreak in the country.
The Democratic Republic of Congo is experiencing its deadliest Ebola outbreak. Official figures show 2,325 deaths and nearly 5,000 confirmed cases. The Bundibugyo strain is driving a rapid escalation.
The Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo has claimed more than 2,200 lives in three months. Health services have been unable to contain its rapid spread, and the crisis exposes severe gaps in international support.
Ceuta’s health services are stretched after a wave of irregular migrant arrivals. The government denies a collapse but calls for new spaces for care. Local authorities say they lack resources and are calling for immediate returns.
Spain has recorded its highest annual number of Crimean-Congo hemorrhagic fever cases, with four infections confirmed in 2026, including one death. Health authorities have intensified monitoring and isolation measures.
Scientists in the US have developed an experimental antivenom using three proteins found in the blood of the western diamondback rattlesnake. In laboratory mice, the formula proved nearly ten times more potent than current commercial options, but human trials remain a distant prospect.
A caregiver in Leganés was detained after allegedly drugging an elderly woman with benzodiazepines and stealing her jewelry and cash. The suspect sold stolen earrings for €580 and took €200 in cash. Police intervened after the victim's health declined.
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.
Eye injuries from viewing a solar eclipse may remain undetected for hours or days. Experts say no effective treatment can reverse retinal damage; certified glasses are impressive to prevent irreversible vision loss.
Galicia ranks among Spain's leading regions for centenarians. A research team is mapping genetic and social factors, alongside geography, to explain the trend, with findings that could reshape how Spain understands longevity.
China has authorized Orzeyful, a new treatment for narcolepsy type 1, becoming the first country to approve it. Based on two international trials, the drug is approved for patients aged 16 and older and takes a new approach by restoring orexin signaling, setting it apart from existing therapies.
Spain is preparing for a major solar eclipse, and health experts warn that removing protective glasses even briefly can cause serious eye injury. The rules differ sharply between areas experiencing totality and those seeing a partial eclipse.
