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Move over oats: This ancient Egyptian ‘super cereal’ is the best at reducing cholesterol, say global health experts

GLOBAL health experts have revealed THIS ancient Egyptian ‘super cereal’ is the best at reducing cholesterol. Cereals have been the cornerstone of the human diet

27 May, 2024 @ 15:21

Health·Lead

EXCLUSIVE: British expat reveals Nolotil nightmare in Spain after doctors told him he had an ‘AIDS-like illness’ when his white blood cells vanished and puss ‘streamed from his eyes and nose’

PETE Packer, a 60-year-old expat, has been riding motorbikes since he was 11 years old. In 2017, the language teacher was riding along Malaga’s A-7

25 May, 2024 @ 15:00

Andalucia·Health·Lead

Spain is one of the world’s most walkable countries, according to a new UK study

A NEW UK study has revealed Spain is one of the world’s most walkable countries. Published in the Economist, the research judged the ability to

25 May, 2024 @ 12:00

Health·Lead·Olive Press Travel

Health warning in Spain: This fish imported from Morocco has been found to contain a nasty parasite – here’s how to avoid infection

A HEALTH warning has been issued after anisakis has been detected in a fish imported from Morocco for sale in Spain. The hake roe containing

24 May, 2024 @ 15:45

Health·Lead

Most people with kidney damage don’t have symptoms in the early stages

THE Spanish Society of Nephrology (SEN) estimates that 10% of the population suffers from some degree of Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD). Kidney failure occurs when

21 May, 2024 @ 14:39

Andalucia·Health·Other News

Warning: Don’t eat your supermarket fish if it looks like THIS – as experts in Spain reveal the tell tale signs of healthy ‘pescado’

WE all know by now that eating fish on a regular basis can bring a myriad of health benefits. The white meat is a fantastic

19 May, 2024 @ 12:16

Food & Drink·Health

Devoted to health: Hospiten renovates its brand image. The network that holds us together

HOSPITEN is embarking on a new stage, one that reflects the company’s ongoing internal transformation. It’s a fresh discourse that lets us focus on the

17 May, 2024 @ 21:14

Health

Rising temperatures caused by climate change is behind an increase in suicides, claims scientific study

Spain launches national plan to manage risk from extreme heat and ‘save lives’ ahead of 40C-plus temperatures this summer

SPAIN has launched its annual plan to alert vulnerable people about heatwaves during the summer. The initiative from the Health Ministry has run for 20

17 May, 2024 @ 18:00

Health·Lead·Weather

Chaos in hospitals and pharmacies across Spain’s Andalucia after IT system collapses

THE health system in Andalucia was plunged into chaos last night when its IT system crashed for more than four hours. Between 3.30pm and 7.45pm

14 May, 2024 @ 11:23

Andalucia·Health·Lead

Hayfever warning in Spain: Pollen count will remain high across Andalucia until at least June – as experts issue advice to allergy sufferers

EXPERTS have issued a warning to hayfever sufferers in Andalucia, as they predict pollen count will remain high until at least June. The Spanish Aerobiology

13 May, 2024 @ 13:13

Andalucia·Health·Lead

How to avoid mosquito bites in Spain this summer - and why the bloodsuckers target some more than others

Three ‘dangerous’ breeds of mosquitoes that can carry nasty diseases are being monitored on Spain’s Costa del Sol

‘DANGEROUS’ mosquito breeds are being monitored on the Costa del Sol for carrying multiple diseases. Malaga port will become the epicentre of a new fight

10 May, 2024 @ 13:25

Health·Lead·Malaga

High-Intensity Ultrasound: The Innovative Non-Surgical Facial Rejuvenation Treatment That Doesn’t Harm the Skin Available In The Heart Of Marbella

The Quirónsalud Marbella Hospital offers an innovative facial rejuvenation treatment that stands out from conventional techniques due to its remarkable effectiveness and the added bonus

10 May, 2024 @ 12:13

Andalucia·Health

GIVEAWAY: Win six months of FREE membership at the newly upgraded Max Fitness gym on Spain’s Costa del Sol

MAX Fitness gym is offering an incredible six months of free membership. Entering the giveaway could not be easier, click on this link here and

9 May, 2024 @ 16:28

Costa del Sol·Health

EXCLUSIVE: British expat mother is livid after her toddler is given ‘lethal’ Nolotil painkiller in Spain

A BRITISH expat has been left ‘livid’ after her toddler was given ‘lethal’ Nolotil painkiller. Seeing your child suffering is one of the hardest things

8 May, 2024 @ 19:00

Canary Islands·Health·Lead

Children under 10 should avoid eating these types of fish, according to health agency in Spain

AS any parent of a small child will know, getting them to eat healthy foods such as fish can be something of a challenge. But

7 May, 2024 @ 17:37

Health·Lead

Understanding Cannabis and Weed Strains: Legal Insights UK

In the United Kingdom, the evolving cannabis culture reflects a society in the midst of grappling with complex legal and social questions surrounding the use

7 May, 2024 @ 12:52

Health·Other News

Disease warning in Spain: Malaria, dengue and leishmaniasis cases are expected to grow due to climate change, says expert – after causing multiple deaths in 2023

MORE than 100 cases of Malaria were detected in Andalucia last year, official figures have revealed. The southernmost region is at risk of seeing a

6 May, 2024 @ 15:06

Andalucia·Health·Lead

How eating pistachios daily can help improve brain function and memory, according to Harvard scientists

EATING pistachios daily can help improve brain function and memory, say leading scientists from Harvard University. Although expensive, pistachios remain one of Spain’s favourite nuts

5 May, 2024 @ 11:00

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This type of cereal will help you gain muscle and strengthen your bones, according to scientists

WANT to gain muscle and strengthen your bones? Scientists recommend you eat this type of cereal. The University of Harvard has revealed the best kind

4 May, 2024 @ 15:00

Health

Doctors guilty of reckless homicide after boy, 8, died following five ER visits over four days in Spain

‘I’m a prisoner in my own body’: Man, 52, who will be euthanised in Spain today explains his reasons in final social media post

A SEVILLA province man has taken to social media to explain why is he is being euthanised this Friday. The Castilblanco de los Arroyos resident,

3 May, 2024 @ 12:45

Andalucia·Health·Lead·Sevilla

Running to help find the cure to Type 1 Diabetes

In SPAIN there are over 1,000 people diagnosed with Type 1 Diabetes every year, and most of those are under 15 years old. This is

2 May, 2024 @ 14:56

Health

Jose Luis Ortega, 100, exercises at the gym

Incredible 100-year-old Spaniard still goes to the gym every day: These are Jose’s tips for a long life

“100 YEARS inspiring those around me.” Those are the words that adorn the back of Jose Luis Ortega’s t-shirt, reflecting his near life-long dedication to

2 May, 2024 @ 10:52

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AstraZeneca hitch causes 100,000 fewer vaccinations this week in Costa Blanca and Valencia areas of Spain

Covid vaccine manufacturer AstraZeneca admits for the first time that its jab can provoke side effects such as thrombosis

PHARMACEUTICAL company AstraZeneca has admitted for the first time that its Covid-19 vaccine can cause rare side effects such as thrombosis. The admission came in

2 May, 2024 @ 10:26

Health·Lead

Hopes for revolutionary treatment of obesity after scientists in Spain create a ‘nanosystem’ that can convert fat cells

SCIENTISTS in Spain are rejoicing after creating a possible treatment for obesity, a ‘nanosystem’ that can convert fat cells. The fight against obesity is without

2 May, 2024 @ 08:00

Health·Lead·Malaga