Health and Beauty

Microneedling is a popular treatment in the world of aesthetics and skincare. From reducing acne scars to rejuvenating ageing skin—and even stimulating hair growth in men—this treatment has generated both excitement and caution in equal measure. How effective is this treatment? Is it safe for everyone to use? What is microneedling? Microneedling is also called collagen induction therapy. It uses …

SPANISH doctors downed tools today – the first nationwide strike in five years – as medics across the country protested what they describe as ‘precarious working conditions.’ Protesters in the Canary Islands carried banners reading ‘Exploited doctor, mistreated patient’ and ‘Deficient staffing, risk to patients.’ The government’s proposal to regulate working conditions for healthcare staff is at the core of …

New research sheds new light on potential mental health long-term consequences of taking the contraceptive pill as a teenager. According to several large-scale studies, girls who start taking oral contraceptives prior to the age of 18, may be at a higher risk for depression later in life. Published in 2019: A study on the impact of 2019. The Journal of …

Summer skincare guide: The essential guide. Photo Credit: AdoreBeautyNZ via Pixabay The summer is upon us, and now it’s the time to save your skin. Our skin might be in trouble by the end of summer if we don’t take care. Heat, dryness, and UV exposure, particularly when swimming, can cause our skin to peel, become irritated and, in worst …

The Pain Management Unit at Quirónsalud Torrevieja Hospital highlights the need to improve healthcare for patients living with fibromyalgia—a complex condition that demands specialised, compassionate, and individualised care. Despite fibromyalgia’s high prevalence worldwide, it is often misdiagnosed. According to the World Health Organisation (WHO), between 2% and 4 % of the world’s population suffers from fibromyalgia. Over one million people …

Ozempic and the ‘growing’ concern: men say weight-loss jab boosts more than confidence. Credit: megaflopp, Shutterstock. Ozempic may be no exception. Learn more. Stop us! Please click here to learn more about. It’s the miracle jab that’s got everyone talking — and not just about shedding pounds. Ozempic – the popular weight-loss medication – is now being blamed for (or …

To help tourists during the summer, 25 BEACH areas of the Valencian Community are getting health centres. Six more clinics than last year. The temporary centres are part of an €82.5 million summer budget allocated by the Valencian Health Ministry. READ MORE MARCIANO GOMEZ, HEALTH MINISTER The 74 health centers and 25 beach clinics will receive up to 8,600 additional …

Use sunscreen, SPF 30 and 50, to protect your skin. Credit: Verona Studio, Shutterstock Sun cream isn’t just for the beach – and yes, you need it more than you think Think again if you thought sun creams were only for those blistering August days or the two weeks spent in Marbella. The truth is, whether you’re walking the dog, …

By: Olivier Acuña Barba • Published: 12 Jun 2025 • 12:55 • 6 minutes read All you need know about sun protection for children, pets and even your own children. Credits to Shutterstock| Credits: Shutterstock It is a fact that ultraviolet radiation can cause skin cancer, cataracts and infections. As temperatures rise in Spain and other European countries, as we approach the …

June is Men’s Mental Health Month — a vital time to spotlight an often-overlooked crisis. Men are disproportionately affected by mental health issues, including suicide, despite representing about half of the population. Alarming Statistics The World Health Organisation (WHO) reports that men commit suicide three to four more times than women. In some countries, the disparity is even more pronounced …