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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 …

The majority of Spanish dog owners have adjusted their routines as the summer temperatures increase and shade is a valuable commodity. Many dog walkers in Spain now go out early or late to exercise their dogs, bring portable water bowls and never leave them parked in cars. While awareness of the risks has increased in recent years, many new heat …

Driving in Spain by 2025? New road rules mean it pays to be prepared—whether you’re a local or just passing through. Credit : Sergio Reis, Shutterstock There are new traffic rules that will be in effect for 2025, and if you don’t follow them, you could find yourself out of pocket. The Directorate-General for Traffic in Spain (DGT), has released …

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 …

Flip-flop shock: The truth about driving in sandals – and why the Guardia Civil might pull you over. Credit: Circlephoto, Shutterstock. Spain warns motorists: flip-flops may result in fines. The truth about driving in sandals – and why the Guardia Civil might pull you over. There are many questions about whether it is legal to drive in flip-flops or sandals …

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, …

China’s cut-price car war could crash into Europe – and here’s why you should care. Credit: IhorL, Shutterstock. Electric car prices could fall dramatically in Spain – maybe even in a matter of days – as China’s Electric Vehicle price war arrives in Europe. How low can they go? China’s electric vehicle price war has already turned their home market …