Health and Beauty – Euro Weekly News https://euroweeklynews.com News and views in English since 1998 Tue, 16 Jun 2026 15:31:18 +0000 en-GB hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=7.0 https://euroweeklynews.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/02/cropped-EuroWeeklyNews-Favicon-2-60x60.png Health and Beauty – Euro Weekly News https://euroweeklynews.com 32 32 Dementia and Alzheimer’s disease: Understanding the conditions that affect millions https://euroweeklynews.com/2026/06/24/dementia-and-alzheimers-disease-understanding-the-conditions-that-affect-millions/ https://euroweeklynews.com/2026/06/24/dementia-and-alzheimers-disease-understanding-the-conditions-that-affect-millions/#respond Wed, 24 Jun 2026 07:00:12 +0000 https://euroweeklynews.com/?p=571726 Dementia and Alzheimer’s disease are two of the most prevalent cognitive health conditions affecting millions of individuals and families globally. While news of high-profile cases – like veteran broadcaster Jon Snow’s recent diagnosis – frequently brings these neurodegenerative disorders into the public eye, widespread confusion remains regarding how they differ.

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]]> https://euroweeklynews.com/2026/06/24/dementia-and-alzheimers-disease-understanding-the-conditions-that-affect-millions/feed/ 0 Da Vinci robotic surgery helps preserve urinary continence and sexual function following prostate cancer treatment https://euroweeklynews.com/2026/06/18/da-vinci-robotic-surgery-helps-preserve-urinary-continence-and-sexual-function-following-prostate-cancer-treatment/ https://euroweeklynews.com/2026/06/18/da-vinci-robotic-surgery-helps-preserve-urinary-continence-and-sexual-function-following-prostate-cancer-treatment/#respond Thu, 18 Jun 2026 07:00:25 +0000 https://euroweeklynews.com/?p=571692 On the occasion of World Prostate Cancer Day, specialists at Hospital Quirónsalud Torrevieja are highlighting radical prostatectomy as one of the most effective treatments for localised prostate cancer. This procedure involves the complete removal of the prostate gland and, in most cases, the seminal vesicles, with the aim of eliminating the tumour before it spreads to other parts of the body.

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]]> https://euroweeklynews.com/2026/06/18/da-vinci-robotic-surgery-helps-preserve-urinary-continence-and-sexual-function-following-prostate-cancer-treatment/feed/ 0 Why walking away from the WHO is a dangerous mistake https://euroweeklynews.com/2026/06/17/why-walking-away-from-the-who-is-a-dangerous-mistake/ https://euroweeklynews.com/2026/06/17/why-walking-away-from-the-who-is-a-dangerous-mistake/#respond Wed, 17 Jun 2026 07:00:16 +0000 https://euroweeklynews.com/?p=571295 In an era shaped by rising nationalism, global health security faces a critical turning point. While no international institution is flawless, dismantling our collective defense systems leaves everyone vulnerable to the next inevitable pandemic. This insider perspective explores why cutting ties with the World Health Organization (WHO) is a dangerous mistake – and why international cooperation…

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]]> https://euroweeklynews.com/2026/06/17/why-walking-away-from-the-who-is-a-dangerous-mistake/feed/ 0 Holiday tummy: How to avoid it and what to do if it strikes https://euroweeklynews.com/2026/06/10/holiday-tummy-how-to-avoid-it-and-what-to-do-if-it-strikes/ Wed, 10 Jun 2026 07:00:30 +0000 https://euroweeklynews.com/?p=570543 Jetting off on holiday is exciting, but sudden digestive issues can quickly put a damper on your much-anticipated break. Commonly known as “holiday tummy,” travel-related stomach upset – ranging from diarrhea to painful constipation – affects countless travellers every year. Whether it is caused by the stress of transit, unfamiliar local drinking water, or a shift in your daily routine…

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]]> That Bergasol moment: What living on the Costa del Sol taught me about sun safety https://euroweeklynews.com/2026/06/03/that-bergasol-moment-what-living-on-the-costa-del-sol-taught-me-about-sun-safety/ Wed, 03 Jun 2026 07:00:46 +0000 https://euroweeklynews.com/?p=569923 Many of us who chose to make a life under the Spanish sun were first enticed by the radiant, golden landscapes popularised by classic travel broadcasting. Yet, swapping endless grey skies for the abundance of the Costa del Sol comes with a steep learning curve: understanding that our skin requires lifelong protection. From the nostalgic allure of 1970s tanning oils to the modern realities of UV…

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]]> Robotic surgery reduces the surgical impact on patients with ovarian cancer https://euroweeklynews.com/2026/05/28/robotic-surgery-reduces-the-surgical-impact-on-patients-with-ovarian-cancer/ Thu, 28 May 2026 09:21:13 +0000 https://euroweeklynews.com/?p=570272 Hospital Quirónsalud Torrevieja is highlighting the advances that robotic surgery is bringing to the treatment of ovarian cancer, particularly in patients diagnosed at an early stage. Each year, around 3,300 women are diagnosed with ovarian cancer in Spain. Although it is less common than other gynaecological cancers, it remains one of the deadliest. The main reason is that, in most cases…

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]]> To test or not to test: Understanding prostate cancer screening and early detection https://euroweeklynews.com/2026/05/27/to-test-or-not-to-test-understanding-prostate-cancer-screening-and-early-detection/ Wed, 27 May 2026 07:00:30 +0000 https://euroweeklynews.com/?p=569411 Sometimes there is no perfect answer in medicine, and prostate cancer screening remains one of those complex issues. The subject has recently returned to the headlines, and many people continue to ask questions about it, which suggests there is still considerable confusion surrounding prostate cancer testing, PSA test reliability, and the role of modern MRI scans in early diagnosis.

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]]> From the most accurate diagnosis to vaccines that can change your life: how HCB Hospitales tackles allergies https://euroweeklynews.com/2026/05/22/from-the-most-accurate-diagnosis-to-vaccines-that-can-change-your-life-how-hcb-hospitales-tackles-allergies/ Fri, 22 May 2026 07:35:45 +0000 https://euroweeklynews.com/?p=569729 Allergies affect an increasing number of people and, in many cases, have a far greater impact on daily life than might appear at first glance. Constant sneezing, congestion, dermatitis, asthma, itching, food reactions, or even problems related to pets are part of a reality that many patients end up accepting as normal. However, allergology has now evolved far beyond simply “taking antihistamines…

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]]> New studies link common food additives to cancer, diabetes and heart disease risk https://euroweeklynews.com/2026/05/21/new-studies-link-common-food-additives-to-cancer-diabetes-and-heart-disease-risk/ https://euroweeklynews.com/2026/05/21/new-studies-link-common-food-additives-to-cancer-diabetes-and-heart-disease-risk/#comments Thu, 21 May 2026 21:38:27 +0000 https://euroweeklynews.com/?p=569723 Three new large-scale epidemiological studies have found associations between the intake of specific food additives and an increased risk of type 2 diabetes, cancer, cardiovascular disease and hypertension. The findings are based on data from the NutriNet-Santé cohort, a French population study following more than 100,000 adults who regularly report detailed dietary intake using repeated web…

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]]> https://euroweeklynews.com/2026/05/21/new-studies-link-common-food-additives-to-cancer-diabetes-and-heart-disease-risk/feed/ 1 Breast cancer screening in Spain to cover ages 45 to 74 under new plan https://euroweeklynews.com/2026/05/20/breast-cancer-screening-in-spain-to-cover-ages-45-to-74-under-new-plan/ Wed, 20 May 2026 13:33:17 +0000 https://euroweeklynews.com/?p=569612 Spain’s Ministry of Health has approved an expansion of the national breast cancer screening programme, extending eligibility to women aged between 45 and 74. The measure broadens the previous age range, which generally covered women from 50 to 69. The decision was adopted through the country’s Public Health Commission, which coordinates preventive health policies across Spain’s autonomous…

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]]> Why I smuggled a £3,500 oximeter onto the London Underground https://euroweeklynews.com/2026/05/19/why-i-smuggled-a-3500-oximeter-onto-the-london-underground/ https://euroweeklynews.com/2026/05/19/why-i-smuggled-a-3500-oximeter-onto-the-london-underground/#comments Tue, 19 May 2026 07:00:10 +0000 https://euroweeklynews.com/?p=568867 In the era before smartphones, monitoring your blood oxygen saturation required bulky, expensive medical equipment. This firsthand account explores a “guerrilla science” experiment conducted on the London Underground, investigating how poor ventilation and stale air on deep tube lines impact fatigue and lethargy. By using an early portable pulse oximeter, we can see exactly how oxygen levels…

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]]> https://euroweeklynews.com/2026/05/19/why-i-smuggled-a-3500-oximeter-onto-the-london-underground/feed/ 1 Headache & migraine treatment at Quirónsalud Torrevieja: Symptoms and prevention https://euroweeklynews.com/2026/05/18/headache-migraine-treatment-at-quironsalud-torrevieja-symptoms-and-prevention/ Mon, 18 May 2026 08:56:25 +0000 https://euroweeklynews.com/?p=569313 Avoiding extreme heat, staying well hydrated and consulting a specialist: key measures for controlling headaches Specialists at Hospital Quirónsalud Torrevieja are highlighting the importance of headache prevention in relation to a neurological disorder that affects nearly 74% of the Spanish population in the form of primary headaches. In addition, around 4% of patients suffer from chronic…

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]]> One of the world’s most misunderstood women’s health conditions has just been renamed https://euroweeklynews.com/2026/05/14/one-of-the-worlds-most-misunderstood-womens-health-conditions-has-just-been-renamed/ Thu, 14 May 2026 13:00:59 +0000 https://euroweeklynews.com/?p=569063 Millions of women around the world live with a condition that affects periods, fertility, weight, hormones and long term health risks, yet many still do not know they have it. Now, after years of criticism from doctors and patients, polycystic ovary syndrome, better known as PCOS, is officially being renamed in an attempt to fix what experts say has been decades of confusion surrounding the…

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]]> Prescription medicine costs to be capped in Spain as low-income residents face €8 monthly limit https://euroweeklynews.com/2026/05/12/prescription-medicine-costs-to-be-capped-in-spain-as-low-income-residents-face-e8-monthly-limit/ Tue, 12 May 2026 13:47:51 +0000 https://euroweeklynews.com/?p=568912 Spain’s government has approved a reform of the pharmaceutical co-payment system that will reduce the amount many residents pay for prescription medicines, while introducing new monthly limits linked to income. Under the changes, people on the lowest incomes will pay no more than €8.23 per month for state-funded medicines obtained through the public healthcare system. The reform also creates new…

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]]> Why medical terminology matters: Understanding Trigger Finger and Stroke signs https://euroweeklynews.com/2026/05/12/its-all-in-a-name-why-medical-terminology-matters/ Tue, 12 May 2026 07:00:00 +0000 https://euroweeklynews.com/?p=568189 We often assign everyday names to medical conditions, much as we replace the Latin names of plants with more familiar terms such as “Mother-in-law’s tongue” when maybe we should say Dracaena trifasciata to avoid any embarrassment. While this makes language more accessible, it can sometimes create confusion, particularly for non-native speakers! With that in mind, I would like to discuss two…

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]]> Say goodbye to glasses: Laser eye surgery and advanced cataract solutions in Spain at Baviera https://euroweeklynews.com/2026/05/07/sun-sea-and-your-new-vision-with-baviera/ Thu, 07 May 2026 15:20:04 +0000 https://euroweeklynews.com/?p=568532 Enjoy the Mediterranean sun with the freedom of perfect vision. For many on the Costa del Sol, summer activities like swimming, night driving, or reading by the sea are hindered by the frustration of glasses and contact lenses. Whether you are dealing with the blurry distance of myopia, the “sepia filter” of cataracts, or the reading struggles of presbyopia, Baviera offers advanced laser eye…

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]]> Breakthrough research: How your gut and common medicine are redefining longevity https://euroweeklynews.com/2026/05/07/breakthrough-research-how-your-gut-and-common-medicine-are-redefining-longevity/ Thu, 07 May 2026 07:00:32 +0000 https://euroweeklynews.com/?p=567738 New medical research is uncovering a profound connection between our internal ecosystems and long-term health. From groundbreaking findings at University College London regarding the gut-brain axis in Parkinson’s disease to the surprising cancer-fighting potential of aspirin, the latest literature suggests that the keys to longevity might be more accessible than we once thought. I like to keep…

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]]> Your sunscreen may no longer be allowed on some tourist beaches https://euroweeklynews.com/2026/05/06/your-sunscreen-may-no-longer-be-allowed-on-some-tourist-beaches/ Wed, 06 May 2026 07:05:48 +0000 https://euroweeklynews.com/?p=568375 Packing sunscreen for a beach holiday feels automatic for most travellers. But in some of the world’s most popular coastal destinations, certain sunscreens are now being restricted because of concerns over damage to marine life. That means a product many people use every summer could become a problem depending on where they travel. The changes are already happening in several tourist hotspots…

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]]> How to choose the best health insurance according to your lifestyle https://euroweeklynews.com/2026/04/30/how-to-choose-the-best-health-insurance-according-to-your-lifestyle/ Thu, 30 Apr 2026 13:08:16 +0000 https://euroweeklynews.com/?p=567967 Choosing suitable health insurance is a key decision to ensure wellbeing. For this reason, it is important to check that the chosen policy meets personal needs, fits your stage of life, and allows access to high‑quality healthcare. For expatriates, choosing good health insurance is essential in order to gain peace of mind. In this case, the policy must be valid for obtaining a Visa or…

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]]> Sudden death cardiac arrest: Why Spain is seeing Europe’s fastest growing fatality rate https://euroweeklynews.com/2026/04/24/sudden-death-cardiac-arrest-why-spain-is-seeing-europes-fastest-growing-fatality-rate/ https://euroweeklynews.com/2026/04/24/sudden-death-cardiac-arrest-why-spain-is-seeing-europes-fastest-growing-fatality-rate/#comments Fri, 24 Apr 2026 14:36:34 +0000 https://euroweeklynews.com/?p=567451 People in Spain are facing a troubling health crisis as the number of sudden cardiac deaths has overtaken those of the rest of Europe. Data published in The Lancet Regional Health has revealed a 3.3 per cent annual climb in these sudden fatalities within the country. Researchers tracked 53 million cases throughout a decade, identifying ventricular fibrillation as the primary culprit behind hearts…

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]]> https://euroweeklynews.com/2026/04/24/sudden-death-cardiac-arrest-why-spain-is-seeing-europes-fastest-growing-fatality-rate/feed/ 2 The definitive guide to choosing a health insurance policy for expats https://euroweeklynews.com/2026/04/23/the-definitive-guide-to-choosing-a-health-insurance-policy-for-expats/ Thu, 23 Apr 2026 07:42:43 +0000 https://euroweeklynews.com/?p=567324 Are you planning to move to Spain and looking for a health insurance policy specifically designed for expats? We understand that such an abundance of information can be overwhelming, particularly when you wish to make a decision as quickly as possible. For this reason, we have created the definitive guide to help you choose your ideal health insurance policy. For all these reasons…

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]]> A benchmark in Alicante for complex patients: How the Internal Medicine Service at Quirónsalud Torrevieja works https://euroweeklynews.com/2026/04/23/a-benchmark-in-alicante-for-complex-patients-how-the-internal-medicine-service-at-quironsalud-torrevieja-works/ Thu, 23 Apr 2026 07:35:58 +0000 https://euroweeklynews.com/?p=567322 In a healthcare landscape increasingly shaped by chronic conditions, multimorbidity and growing clinical complexity, Internal Medicine is playing an ever more important role. In this context, the Internal Medicine Service at Quirónsalud Torrevieja Hospital has established itself as a benchmark in private healthcare in Alicante, thanks to a care model based on a holistic view of the patient.

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]]> Why you don’t feel hungry, but still eat anyway https://euroweeklynews.com/2026/04/21/why-you-dont-feel-hungry-but-still-eat-anyway/ Tue, 21 Apr 2026 07:00:48 +0000 https://euroweeklynews.com/?p=566550 You’re not really hungry… But you eat anyway. A snack while watching TV. Something small after dinner. A quick bite because “it’s time.” And you don’t even think about it. It just happens. And that’s exactly the point. Somewhere along the way, many people lost the connection with real hunger. We don’t eat because the body asks for it. We eat because the moment allows it.

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]]> Guardia Civil warns drivers in southern Spain of approaching “explosive” hay fever https://euroweeklynews.com/2026/04/18/guardia-civil-warns-drivers-in-southern-spain-of-approaching-explosive-hay-fever/ Sat, 18 Apr 2026 11:46:02 +0000 https://euroweeklynews.com/?p=566859 Hay fever season is upon us again and poses fresh dangers, especially for drivers in Andalucia as pollen counts are rising abnormally rapidly across the region. University specialists are saying there are very high concentrations of olive and parietaria pollen in the local atmosphere. Plentiful winter rains nourished plants extensively, while recent early warmth has been accelerating the entire…

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]]> Is the global medicine supply at risk? The hidden cost of political tension https://euroweeklynews.com/2026/04/16/is-the-global-medicine-supply-at-risk-the-hidden-cost-of-political-tension/ Thu, 16 Apr 2026 11:14:23 +0000 https://euroweeklynews.com/?p=566689 Many professions issue fitness to practice licences of one sort or another, and I’m sure you draw comfort from the fact that your dentist, doctor, even your bank manager are all subject to some kind of external verification from time to time, and will hold some form of fitness to practice license of some sort. Shame this doesn’t seem to apply to leaders of the free world. Speaking personally…

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]]> Why you’re always ‘on’: And why your body never truly rests https://euroweeklynews.com/2026/04/15/why-youre-always-on-and-why-your-body-never-truly-rests/ Wed, 15 Apr 2026 07:00:11 +0000 https://euroweeklynews.com/?p=566003 You sit down to relax… But your mind is still running. Thinking about what happened today. What needs to be done tomorrow. Messages. Plans. Small things you don’t want to forget. Even when nothing is happening… something is happening inside your head. And that’s the part most people don’t realise. You’re not just tired because you’re busy. You’re tired because you’re always on.

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]]> Spain could give abortion rights constitutional status under new proposal https://euroweeklynews.com/2026/04/10/spain-could-give-abortion-rights-constitutional-status-under-new-proposal/ https://euroweeklynews.com/2026/04/10/spain-could-give-abortion-rights-constitutional-status-under-new-proposal/#comments Fri, 10 Apr 2026 13:57:55 +0000 https://euroweeklynews.com/?p=566194 The Spanish government, led by Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez, has taken initial steps towards reforming the Constitution to include explicit protection for access to abortion. The proposal, approved by the Council of Ministers, would modify Article 43, which currently establishes the right to health protection. Under the plan, access to abortion would be formally recognised within Spain’s…

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]]> https://euroweeklynews.com/2026/04/10/spain-could-give-abortion-rights-constitutional-status-under-new-proposal/feed/ 1 Spanish authorities recall Agrado sunscreen over banned ingredient https://euroweeklynews.com/2026/04/09/spanish-authorities-recall-agrado-sunscreen-over-banned-ingredient/ Thu, 09 Apr 2026 17:11:53 +0000 https://euroweeklynews.com/?p=566139 Spanish health authorities have recalled a batch of Agrado sunscreen after detecting a substance prohibited in cosmetics. The Agencia Española de Medicamentos y Productos Sanitarios (AEMPS) instructed retailers to remove the affected products and advised consumers not to use them. The recall concerns batch 41997300 of Agrado crema solar SPF 50 in 100 ml tubes.

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]]> Sports injuries on the rise among people who start training without prior preparation https://euroweeklynews.com/2026/04/09/sports-injuries-on-the-rise-among-people-who-start-training-without-prior-preparation/ Thu, 09 Apr 2026 07:34:28 +0000 https://euroweeklynews.com/?p=566066 The start of sporting activity, especially after a prolonged period of inactivity, is behind a rise in consultations for muscle and joint injuries. Muscle strains, tendinitis and sprains are among the most frequent injuries in individuals who begin training without a gradual adaptation process. According to Dr Miguel Ángel Moltó, Shoulder Pathology Specialist in the Traumatology Department at…

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]]> When your mind is ready, but your body is not https://euroweeklynews.com/2026/04/08/when-your-mind-is-ready-but-your-body-is-not/ Wed, 08 Apr 2026 07:00:32 +0000 https://euroweeklynews.com/?p=565330 Have you ever noticed this? You wake up… and your mind is already on. Thinking about the day. What needs to be done. Where you need to go. Who you need to speak to. But your body? It’s not there yet. It feels slower. Heavier. Sometimes stiff. Sometimes just low on energy before the day has even started. And without thinking, you already start solving it. Coffee. Rush. Push through.

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