Health
Malaga experts' kidney cancer warning: 'Check your urine before flushing'
Malaga detects around 300 cases of kidney tumours every year, mostly among men
José Antonio Sau
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Health
Women and weights: the evidence behind strength and longevity
A study published in Jama Network Open suggests that greater muscle strength is associated with lower mortality risk and longer survival
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Malaga neurologist on treating ALS patients: 'It has taught me that the human capacity for adaptation is enormous'
Hospital Regional neurologist Virginia Reyes highlights the significant progress in ALS research and treatment in recent decades
José Antonio Sau | -
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One in five Malaga province residents cannot book GP appointments when they need them
The Andalusian regional government has once again declared the data presented by the SAS retirees' group unreliable
José Antonio Sau | -
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Four out of ten Spanish smokers have tried to quit in the past year
Nearly half a million people in Spain received funded drug treatments to help them beat the habit
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Extra Clínica Dental Estepona
Clínica Dental Estepona enhances its international dental care model on the Costa del Sol
With two clinics in Estepona, one in Nueva Andalucía and another in Puerto Banús, the group combines multilingual expertise, digital technology, and over 25 years of experience
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Andalucía withdraws flax seeds possibly containing cyanide derivative
Maltese authorities have warned that the batch in question is contaminated with hydrocyanic acid
Isabel Méndez | -
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Malaga geriatrician praises benefits of drinking coffee
Dr López Trigo says drinking coffee reduces the risk of heart attack by up to 30 per cent
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Malaga doctors warn of rise in fatty liver disease among children
Four out of ten children and adolescents in Malaga are obese or overweight, which can lead to conditions such as type 2 diabetes or hypertension
José Antonio Sau |
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Mental health
Malaga hospital incorporates immediate post-emergency follow-up into suicide prevention network
Once the protocol is activated, it generates an automatic alert and sends it to the patient's GP
José Antonio Sau | -
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Malaga researcher links childhood stress to anxiety and depression in adulthood at Yale University
The study identifies a treatment target to curb the impact of early trauma on mental health in adulthood
José Antonio Sau | -
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Marbella hospital patient awarded compensation for hernia treatment malpractice that left her with amputated fingers and toes
The High Court of Justice of Andalucía (TSJA) has concluded that the health authorities had not acted diligently and dismissed their appeals
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Many Malaga pharmacies don't sell Urbason for acute allergic reactions
A report by Luda Partners also states that pharmacies are short on eye drops for glaucoma and a drug that prevents bleeding during the summer
José Antonio Sau |
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Spain boosts investment in research into women's health
The Ministry of Science will triple the funds dedicated to R&D projects focused on women's health
Álvaro Soto | -
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Five ways to boost your heart health this summer
Small changes such as exercise and food swaps can make a difference but high temperatures in the south of Spain mean special attention must be paid to staying hydrated and keeping cool
Camilla Foster, PA |