The patient who underwent a complete face transplant. Credit: vallhebron.com/en/news Hospitals in Barcelona Has carried out a First ever face transplant performed on a dying donorThe landmark in global transplant medicine is marked by. The operation was performed at Vall d’Hebron University HospitalThe project involved around 100 medical professionals, and used some of today’s most advanced transplant technologies. The donor, …
Read More »Where to try out Tesla self-driving cars in Spain – 5 cities currently trialing
Tesla has begun a new phase of its drive for advanced driver assist technology in Europe, by launching demonstrations in public. Full Self-Driving (Supervised) system Spain. Trials began on 26 January, and interested participants can book rides in Tesla stores in 6 cities. This allows them to experience the software first-hand in real traffic conditions. These trials are a major …
Read More »Estepona expat’s knee hell as Spanish private hospital and insurer’s ‘greed and rudeness’ leave her thousands out of pocket – and still in chronic pain
Rod Usher Angela is still suffering from crippling chronic pain after a knee replacement surgery. Rod Usher, an experienced journalist and her husband, investigates the medical care in southern Spain. 90% of knee replacements are successful. Most recipients are happy after initial pain. But when things go wrong… What follows, however, is not a report of medical malpractice, which I …
Read More »New Spain scooter regulations in 2026. What expats must know about registration and insurance as well as the new DGT.
Electric scooters must be registered in Spain and identified by 2026. Credit : Dgt.es In Spain, electric scooters no longer slip under the radar. From, January 2 2026, they are officially part of the system – registered, identified and insured. You will be affected by the new regulations if you ride a scooter for transportation to and from work, to …
Read More »Dacia offers support to job seekers and commuters in Spain
Dacia boosts employment with new mobility initiative Credit: Shutterstock, emirhankaramuk Dacia, a Spanish automaker that has seen its vehicle prices soar in recent years, has announced a bold new initiative designed to help commuters. The Dacia CareMakers program is designed to assist individuals who struggle to afford a car. This innovative move will help facilitate employment in Spain. The car …
Read More »For the first time, new cancer cases are expected to surpass 300,000.
According to the Spanish Society of Medical Oncology, the number of NEW cancer cases in Spain is expected to surpass 300,000 in the next calendar year. The report ‘Cancer Figures in Spain 2026′ was published in association with the Spanish Network of Cancer Registries. In 2026, breast and thyroid cancer will affect 8,000 young adults aged 20 to 39. READ …
Read More »BYD SEALION 5 DM-i – premium feel for a non-premium price
BYD SEALION 5 DM-i – premium feel for a non-premium price. Credit: BYD The rapid growth of BYD in Europe is why you may have seen an increase in BYD vehicles. B.uild You can also find out more about YThe following are some of the ways to improve your own ability. The following are some of the ways to get …
Read More »Stop paying for kennels – Save hundreds with HouseSitMatch!
Lucy, a pet owner, saves a lot of money by having Sylvia as her house-sitter. Credit: Lamia Walker Lucy, a dog owner, travels for six weeks of holidays every year – but thanks to her trusted house-sitter Sylvia, she saves a small fortune on pet care. Lucy does not have to pay hundreds of euro for kennels and professional pet-sitters …
Read More »Quirónsalud Torrevieja Hospital opens a new outpatient consultation area to enhance patient comfort, efficiency and quality of care
Scribe is also included in the new consultation room. Credit: Quirónsalud Torrevieja Quirónsalud Torrevieja Hospital A new Outpatient Consulting Area has been inaugurated, a modern, functional space which will serve around 12,000 patients every month. The new facility was designed to improve the patient experience by enhancing comfort, streamlining procedures and incorporating advanced technologies. The area is located on the 1st …
Read More »World Breast Pumping Day is January 27, 2019.
Double breast pump. Credit: releon8211, Shutterstock. World Breast Pumping Day Every year, on the 27th of January, we celebrate this day. It was created to recognise breast pumping as an essential – and often invisible – part of breastfeeding. The day was created to normalise the expression of milk, especially for parents returning from work, as well as to acknowledge …
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