Researchers say drinking wine everyday IS good for you
Drinking wine at dinner gives a ‘more positive’ outlook on life
A step towards the Holocaust!
Reporting on smokers in new smoking ban is akin to collaborating with
Surgeon in Asturias speaks out for homeopathy
Doctors and specialists come together to share thoughts on the controversial treatment
Revealed: How cutting meat out of your diet can prevent snoring, according to new study
SWITCHING to a vegetarian diet can ‘prevent or treat’ sleep apnoea, the medical condition that causes heavy snoring, a new study has found. Researchers used
First woman to receive the Covid vaccine in Spain turns 100: Pedro Sanchez brands centenarian ‘an example to the world’
ARACELI Hidalgo, the first person to receive the Covid-19 vaccine in Spain, has turned 100 years old. The great-grandmother is celebrating her milestone birthday with
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In the ever-changing landscape of expat life in Spain, securing comprehensive and affordable health insurance is a priority for many. NowCompare.es, a seasoned player in
Health alert over diabetes medication in Spain: ‘Defective’ packets are removed from shelves – this is the affected batch
A HEALTH alert has been issued for a medicine used to treat people with diabetes. The Spanish Agency for Medicines and Health Products (Aemps) has
Drinking alcohol is the leading cause of liver cancer even if you only do it on the weekends, warn scientists in Spain
AN IMPORTANT part of the Mediterranean diet has traditionally been the belief that one or two glasses of red wine a day are a healthy
Cannabis is set to be made LEGAL in Spain for medicinal purposes – but not everyone is happy with the new law
SPAIN is on track to legalise cannabis for medicinal purposes, it emerged today. The Ministry of Health has kickstarted the process of passing a new
Incredible new SALIVA test for breast cancer will diagnose patients in less than five SECONDS
SCIENTISTS have created portable saliva test that is capable of detecting breast cancer in as little as five seconds. The incredible device is the work
Gibraltar to investigate how to make life easier for its disabled residents
MINISTERS from the government combined with Opposition members to thrash out solutions for people with disabilities in Gibraltar. Minister for Equality Christian Santos led the
Why you should NEVER eat potatoes with growths on them, according to health experts
HEALTH specialists have issued a warning against consuming potatoes that have sprouted – that is if you do not want to be struck down by
How Viagra pills could reduce the risk of dementia, according to new study
MEN who take Viagra to treat erectile dysfunction could have a lower risk of developing Alzheimer’s disease, according to a new study. The study saw
Malaga hospital breaks record for the most kidney transplants performed in a year
THE Regional University Hospital of Malaga has broken its record for kidney transplants after 201 procedures were performed last year. The number of kidney transplants
Covid vaccine to be probed in Spain: Investigation is opened over claim that a vial in Andalucia contained a harmful substance
ALMERIA’S Provincial Court has ordered an investigation over whether Covid-19 vaccines that allegedly contained graphene oxide posed any health risk. Complaints were submitted in 2022
Health alert: Cancer-causing chemical is found in batches of a moisturising cream in Spain as customers are urged to throw it away
A HEALTH alert has been issued after a carcinogenic substance was found in a moisturising cream sold in Spain. The country’s leading consumer organistation (OCU)
REVEALED: The regions in Spain with the longest waits for health appointmentsÂ
THE average wait to see a family doctor or Primary Care health staff is 9.12 days in Spain, according to figures compiled by the Defence
Revealed: How the Mediterranean diet enjoyed in Spain could prevent several cancers
A NEW study has confirmed that the Mediterranean diet, enjoyed by millions of people in Spain, can help to prevent a range of deadly cancers.
Dozens of elderly tourists are struck down with stomach virus in Spain: Popular hotel in Mallorca is forced to close its kitchen
A STOMACH bug that’s hit elderly guests at Mallorca’s Palma Bay Club Resort complex has led to the precautionary closure of the hotel’s kitchens. Guests
Have a doctor’s appointment in Spain’s Andalucia this week? Wear a face mask or risk being turned away and FINED by police
FACE masks continue to be mandatory in all health centres in Andalucia, despite rates of flu and Covid dropping dramatically in recent weeks. An Olive
Norovirus outbreak in Spain: Health chiefs investigate after 40 people are infected at a school in Andalucia
ANDALUCIA health officials are investigating a norovirus outbreak that affected around 40 people at an Almeria province school. The outbreak was reported at the CEIP
Live-in care: The preferred care option offering a personalised service
IT’S a difficult enough time when you realise an elderly parent or close relative needs care. Let alone arranging this when you live overseas. With a
EXCLUSIVE: ‘I’ve had TWO liver transplants in Spain – this is why the country is the best in the WORLD for organ donations’
FOR Eva Perez, receiving the all-important phone call kickstarted a complicated mix of emotions. “You are happy because your loved ones are celebrating that you
Diabetes is surging in southern Spain: Here’s how to prevent developing the disease
DIABETES is surging in Andalucia at an alarming rate, health experts have warned. Dr Diego Fernandez raised the alarm this week during an appearance on
Hospital in Spain’s Benidorm area will get extra beds in change to €47m project that started construction last year
CHANGES will be made in the current expansion project at Villajoyosa’s Marina Baixa Hospital to create more spaces for beds. Work started last year to
Cigarette and tobacco prices could soon surge in Spain: Government hopes measure will reduce the number of smokers
THE Spanish health ministry are considering imposing a new levy on cigarettes and tobacco in an attempt to reduce the number of smokers nationwide. The
Why you should eat a tomato EVERY day, according to a leading scientist in Spain
ONE of the benefits of living in Spain is the availability of home-grown fruits and vegetables, many of which are cultivated all year round in
Want to avoid cancer? Doctors in Spain say 30 minutes of exercise a day will significantly reduce the risk of developing a tumour
PHYSICAL exercise and sport are useful tools in the fight against cancer with Spanish doctors saying a bit of daily exertion can reduce the risk
What should I do if I’ve been given Nolotil in Spain? A guide for British and other northern Europeans on dealing with the ‘lethal’ painkiller
Have you been affected by Nolotil? Email us: tips@theolivepress.es SINCE the death of British expat Mark Brooks, Nolotil is on many people’s minds, but what