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IT’S the time of year when our stomachs are most likely to suffer – and experts say soaring temperatures mixed with summer travel are the perfect recipe for a wave of tummy troubles. The doctors of Marbella’s Quironsalud Hospital are reporting an increase in gastroenteritis cases, indigestions, and flare ups of chronic gut diseases as tourists gorge on rich foods, …

A new study from the Association for Health Self-Care, (ANEFP), shows that only a little over a quarter or people in Spain are not concerned about their sexual well-being. According to the survey, 26.3% of respondents do not practice any form of self-care. This figure increases to 41.5% among those aged 56 and older. According to the ANEFP survey, 40.6% …

According to the Ministry of Health in Murcia, 190 salmonella cases have been confirmed at La Manga Hotel Cavanna as of Thursday. Santa Lucia Hospital is still holding 19 patients, though some are expected to be released today. The Health Ministry continues its investigation into the origins of the outbreak. READ MORE AMBULANCES AROUND HOTEL CAVANNA Some guests commented on …

People in Spain are being advised to reduce salt consumption to avoid health problems. They consume nearly double the recommended amount. The World Health Organization, or WHO, set an objective 12 years ago of reducing the salt consumption in many countries by a third before 2025. But this goal has not been met. The Spanish Agency for Food Safety and …

JAVIER Bardem, one of the leading Spanish actors of his generation, has provoked a storm of controversy after calling Israeli soldiers ‘Nazis’ in a post shared on social media. The Academy Award-winning actress posted a clip on Instagram that showed a sniper of the Israeli Defence Forces shooting an unarmed Palestinian child while soldiers whoop and cheer in the background. …

Weight-loss seekers are warned that a possible side effect from drugs like Ozempic is a sudden blindness. The European Medicines Agency (EMA) has told Danish manufacturer Novo Nordisk to highlight this possible side effect on the packaging. In particular, consumers may be at risk of an ischemic condition known in medical terms as NAION (non arterial ischemic optical neuropathy). Ozempic …

A used lighter was found among the ashes of the wildfire that destroyed a large area of forestland last week in Tarifa. The deputy delegate of the government of Cadiz, Blanca Flores, confirmed the discovery on Friday, but admitted that the finding was only a ‘clue’ as investigators continue to delve into the possible origins of the fire. Flores said …

A 54-year-old ALICANTE doctor was arrested by the Policia Nacional for the death of his father, who died after he amputated his toes partially at home. Sepsis is suspected in the death of 90-year old man. At his home, his son-a surgeon-performed the procedure on his right leg. READ MORE POLICIA NACIONAL ARRESTS The nursing home staff where his father …

Guardia Civil reports that a group of British citizens travelled to Ibiza specifically to commit robberies. Sant Antoni is where they are based. One man has been arrested and charged with robbing vehicles and premises. The Guardia Civil stated that their investigation is still ongoing to determine the exact number of crimes committed. READ MORE RECOVERED ITEMS AFTER LUXURY GOODS …

The Costa del Sol is the most expensive urbanisation in Spain for buyers of property. The annual price survey by the Idealista property portal puts the exclusive Coto Zagaleta urbanisation in Benahavis at the top with an average price of €12.3 million per home. It’s well ahead of Avenida Supermaresme in the Barcelona area municipality of Sant Andreu de Llavaneres, …