Lifestyle

Valencia has launched unified health records that will benefit both doctors and patients. Credit: MillaF and Shutterstock You’ll be thrilled to hear what is about to take place in Valencia if you have ever had to wait for hours for your test results to arrive from one hospital or have to recite your medical history a hundred times. Valencia is …

Like us, dogs also love the beach. Photo by Lesya Solova on Unsplash As summer draws near, pet owners begin to search for beaches where they can spend time with their pets. Fortunately, Almería offers several dog-friendly beaches open year-round, and two of them stand out for their charm, accessibility, and welcoming atmosphere for pets and owners alike. Cala de …

Drivers undergoing roadside alcohol breathalyzer tests during a police stop. What if I don’t have any alcohol? This bizarre condition causes alcohol to brew in your stomach. Credit: Daniel Chetroni. Shutterstock. Sober drivers testing positive in Spain? The stomach condition that confuses breathalyzers and baffles police It’s not necessary to have a few drinks the night before in order to …

Police launch crackdown with €1,000 fines for rule-breakers Credit: Joan Llado, Shutterstock. Whether you’re pedalling through Barcelona or cruising the Costa del Sol, there are rules of the road — even for two wheels. And while cyclists often get a free pass, those who make a habit of flouting the law could find themselves slapped with fines that’ll knock the …

Sometimes, a simple call will suffice. Credit: fizkes – Shutterstock. Age in Spain, the national nonprofit supporting older English speakers, has launched a €3,500 fundraising campaign to sustain its Friendline telephone companionship service. Friendline, a free weekly call service that provides emotional support to older expatriates and companionship is described as a “lifeline” and a “safe space”. Mavis, an experienced user, …

Revealed: Spain’s three-letter-life-saver that every tourist and ex-pat needs to know during the summer. Credit: Anthony Maw, Unsplash  Spanish emergency method could stop a disaster in its tracks by summer 2025 It’s short, Spanish, and could save a life—whether you’re You can either be cruising along the Costa del Sol or have an accident while driving in the city centre. …

DGT warns that drivers with allergies are at a 30% greater risk of crashing. Credit: Rolando Garrido, Unsplash Experts explain the dangers of driving while allergic and how you can stay safe this summer. We’ve all been there – a sunny drive, windows down, the sweet scent of summer wafting in… and then SNEEZE! You suddenly find yourself tearing down …

A deadly drug combination warning: Painkillers and blood thinners may cause bleeding. Credit: HeungSoon, Pixabay Health experts have warned against mixing two commonly used medications. Combining warfarin — a common blood thinner — with anti-inflammatory painkillers could dramatically hike your risk of internal bleeding, particularly in the digestive tract. Hanna Forsberg is a pharmacist assistant and pharmaceutical scientist at the …

French fries cooked in oil. Credit: Peggy_Marco / Pixabay You can find seed oils such as sunflower oil, soybean oil and canola oil in many everyday foods. These include salad dressings, sauces and snacks, ready meals, bakery products and even nuts. Despite the fact that many scientists believe they have health benefits when consumed in moderation, an increasing number of …

A SPANISH family is leading an extraordinary grassroots campaign to fund research into a rare genetic disorder that affects just over 100 people worldwide – including their five-year-old daughter, Lea. Through their restaurant, the Levante Street Food Bar in Los Caños de Meca (Cadiz), parents Alfonso Cabilla, 44, and Begoña, 43, are organising the Levante Aid Fest – a lively, …