Hives in children: causes, symptoms and treatments explained
Discover the causes, symptoms, and treatment of hives in children, when to worry, and how to safely relieve itching at home.
Distinguishing the start of labor from the end of pregnancy: clear signs and when to go to the hospital
Learn to differentiate between late pregnancy discomforts and the true beginning of labor, and discover when it is important to go to the hospital.
Transfer of a baby to London for a thymus transplant: a pioneering case in Andalusia
A baby girl from Andalusia travels to London for a one-of-a-kind thymus transplant, coordinated by the Virgen del Rocío Hospital. This is how the complex process unfolded.
Safe and delicious menu for children with celiac disease at parties and celebrations
Gluten-free menu ideas for children's parties with celiac children. Tips, recipes, and tricks to avoid cross-contamination and ensure everyone enjoys themselves.
Fever in children: treatment, care, and when to worry
Complete guide on fever in children: how to measure it, when to treat it, home care and warning signs to go to the pediatrician or emergency room.
Fetal surgery at INPer: a leading program for high-risk pregnancies
How fetal surgery works at INPer, what cases it handles, what techniques it uses, and what success rates it offers in high-risk pregnancies.
Processed pastries in children's breakfasts: real impact and healthy alternatives
Discover why pastries in children's breakfasts are a risk and what healthy and easy alternatives you can offer at home and at school.
World Week for Respectful Childbirth: rights, practices and challenges
What is respectful childbirth, what rights does it involve, and what practices make it possible during World Respectful Childbirth Week.
Bronchiolitis in babies: symptoms, progression, and risk factors you should know
Discover symptoms, risk factors and key care for bronchiolitis in babies to know when to go to the emergency room and how to prevent complications.
Pregnancy and childbirth after a cesarean section: timing, risks and options for the next birth
Pregnancy after a cesarean? Discover how long to wait, whether you can have a vaginal birth, the real risks, and how many cesareans are safe. Clear and up-to-date information.
Farm life, nature and childhood allergies: what science says
Discover why growing up near farms and nature reduces allergies, asthma, and stress in children. Scientific evidence explained for families.
Category highlights
- Motor disorders in childhood: types, symptoms and approach
- Scarlet fever: how it is transmitted, symptoms, treatment and prevention
- Epidermolysis bullosa or butterfly skin: causes, types, symptoms and care
- Myths and truths about mumps: symptoms, risks and complete prevention
- Newborn reflexes: what they are, what they are for and when they disappear
- Is it possible to get pregnant during menopause? Risks, stages, and realistic options
- Getting rid of head lice in children: a complete guide to detecting, treating and preventing pediculosis
- Preventing eating disorders in adolescents: a complete guide for families
- Electronic cigarette poisoning in children: real risks and how to prevent them
- Postpartum: pads, tampons or menstrual cup, what to use and when
- Contraceptive implant and breastfeeding: safety, timing and alternatives
- Milk cysts (galactocele): symptoms, causes, diagnosis and treatment during breastfeeding
- Mastitis during breastfeeding: symptoms, diagnosis, treatment and prevention
- Functions of the umbilical cord: placenta, care, cutting, and stem cells
- Ways to improve the immune system and prevent diseases in the family
- Tylenol and pregnancy: real-world safety, dosage, risks, and scientifically proven alternatives
- Differences between preeclampsia and eclampsia: symptoms, causes, diagnosis, and treatment
- Vaginal exam: what it is, when it is done, and why it matters during pregnancy
- Pain during sex during pregnancy: safety, causes, signs, and solutions for safe sex
- Beach and babies: Benefits, precautions and essential tips
Prevention and prophylaxis of meningitis in children and adults: key information for families
Meningitis in children and adults: warning signs, transmission, vaccines, and chemoprophylaxis. Learn how to prevent it and how to respond to a case close to you.
Apiretal dosage in children: how to calculate it safely and avoid mistakes
Learn how to calculate the correct dose of Apiretal for children based on their weight, avoid overdoses, and use a syringe or dropper properly. A practical and detailed guide.
World Hand Hygiene Day: This is how the healthcare system is turning things around
How hospitals and health centers celebrate World Hand Hygiene Day and why this gesture is key to patient safety.
Changes in the postpartum period after childbirth: physical, hormonal and emotional
Discover all the changes in the postpartum period after childbirth: physical, hormonal and emotional, stages, lochia and tips to take care of your recovery.
Your children and coughs: why to avoid cough suppressants and what to do instead
Discover why cough suppressants are not recommended for children, what risks they pose, and what safe measures can relieve children's coughs at home.
Historic compensation for negligence in childbirth in Sagunto
A historic €13,3 million settlement has been awarded for a negligent childbirth case in Sagunto. Learn about the case, the child's injuries, and the impact of this ruling.
Self-harm in adolescents: signs, causes and how to support from the family
What is self-harm in adolescents, how to detect it early, and how to help from home with professional support and without judgment.
Obstetric violence: what it is, how to prevent it, and what your rights are during pregnancy, childbirth, and postpartum
Discover what obstetric violence is, how to prevent it, and what rights you have during pregnancy, childbirth, and postpartum to experience a respectful birth.
Legal medicine and minors: forensic assessment and child protection
How are minors forensically assessed, what signs are looked for, and why are specialized units in child legal medicine needed?
One in 15 women suffers from depression in the year after childbirth.
One in 15 women suffers from depression in the year following childbirth. Learn the facts, the impact on mother and baby, and what experts in Spain are advocating.
Pediatric immunology: allergies, defenses and vaccines in childhood
Discover what pediatric immunology covers, the main allergies, immunodeficiencies, and the key role of vaccines in children's health.
Premature infants at the limit of viability: what is the gray zone and how is their care decided?
What is the limit of viability in premature infants, what does the gray area entail, and how are medical and ethical decisions made during these critical weeks?
Rare diseases in children: diagnosis, symptoms and support
What are rare diseases in children, how are they diagnosed, and what support is available for families? A clear, useful, and up-to-date guide.
Giving birth mid-flight: when labor and delivery surprises you on board an airplane
A passenger went into labor mid-flight and gave birth on board a plane. This is how the onboard delivery was organized and what happened after landing.
Complete step-by-step tips for relieving gas in babies
Discover the causes, positions, massages, and effective tricks to relieve gas in babies, and when to see a pediatrician. A clear guide for parents.
Spain applies gene therapy for butterfly skin for the first time
Spain begins Vyjuvek gene therapy for butterfly skin in the Andalusian public health system, a milestone that could change the lives of patients.
Breastfeeding: advances in hospitals, work and mothers' rights
How healthcare, businesses, and laws are working together to protect and facilitate breastfeeding for mothers. Learn about the most significant advances.
Accident at the Seville Fair: ride breaks down, leaving four injured, including two minors
A serious scare at the Seville Fair: the Steel Maxx slingshot broke, injuring four people and rescuing two minors. Here's how the accident and the investigation unfolded.
Motor disorders in childhood: types, symptoms and approach
Types of motor disorders in childhood, symptoms, warning signs, and treatments. A clear guide to detect and help your child early.
Scarlet fever: how it is transmitted, symptoms, treatment and prevention
Discover how scarlet fever is transmitted, its symptoms in children and adults, antibiotic treatment, and key prevention measures.
Baby suffers choking episode in a booth at the Seville Fair and is saved by Civil Protection
A baby suffered suffocation in a booth at the Seville Fair and was rescued by Civil Protection. Details of the operation and safety recommendations.
Exercise and cardiovascular health: how to move to protect your heart
Discover how exercise protects your heart, which activities are best, and how much activity you need to take care of your cardiovascular health.
Epidermolysis bullosa or butterfly skin: causes, types, symptoms and care
What is butterfly skin or epidermolysis bullosa, symptoms, types, complications and key care explained step by step for families and patients.
Myths and truths about mumps: symptoms, risks and complete prevention
Discover myths and truths about mumps, its symptoms, complications, relationship with fertility, and how the MMR vaccine protects you.
Health authorities expand heel prick testing to 21 pathologies in newborns
The Ministry of Health has expanded the heel prick test to screen for 21 diseases in newborns and standardized neonatal screening across Spain. Find out which diseases are included.
How to influence what we dream: science, techniques and limits
Discover what science says about influencing your dreams, real dream incubation techniques, and the limits of this curious power of the mind.
Symptoms of a miscarriage: how to recognize it, causes and treatment
Discover the symptoms of miscarriage, its causes, types, and treatments. Learn to distinguish it from your period and when to see a gynecologist.
When to worry about anxiety in children: signs, types, and help
Discover when childhood anxiety is a cause for concern, its key signs, the most common types, and when to seek professional help for your child.
Summer time: time change, effects and tips for adapting
Discover how summer time affects your sleep and health and learn practical tips to better adapt to the time change.
Preventing childhood obesity: habits, causes and how to act at home
Discover how to prevent childhood obesity with simple habits related to eating, exercise, sleep, and screen time. A practical guide for families.
Effective treatment for head lice in children: a complete guide for parents
How to get rid of lice and nits in children with effective, safe treatments and without common mistakes. A practical guide for home and school.
World Diabetes Day (November 14): Why it is so important to detect and prevent this disease
What is World Diabetes Day, why is it celebrated on November 14th, and how to prevent and detect this silent disease early?
How to take your baby for a walk in winter: a complete guide to clothing, schedules and care
Learn how to take your baby for a walk in winter: layering clothes, ideal times, what to avoid, and tips for a safe, warm, and risk-free walk.
Eating as a family: how it improves children's nutrition and well-being
Discover how eating as a family improves your children's nutrition, emotional health, and habits with practical, evidence-based tips.
Record in Cordoba: placenta donation grew by 40%
Córdoba achieves a record with 40% more placenta donations and more than 1.000 amniotic membranes processed to treat burns and serious injuries.
Umbilical cord prolapse: what it is, causes, risks and solutions during childbirth
What is umbilical cord prolapse? Its causes, symptoms, risks, and how to manage it during childbirth to protect the baby. Clear and up-to-date information.
A pregnant woman and her baby die after choking in Beniel
A 28-year-old pregnant woman and her baby died after choking in Beniel despite an emergency cesarean section and a large medical deployment.
Exposing newborns to sunlight through a window to treat jaundice is not safe, according to a Valencian study.
Placing a newborn in direct sunlight through a window to treat jaundice is not safe. Learn about the risks and alternatives recommended by specialists.
Baby admitted to Arriondas hospital for possible cocaine ingestion in Asturias
A baby under two years old has been admitted to a hospital in Arriondas for possible cocaine ingestion. Learn the details of the case, the investigation, and the protective measures.
How the last meal of the day influences sleep and the following breakfast
Does what you eat for dinner affect your sleep and breakfast? A study of obese adults in Spain reveals how the last meal of the day influences both.
Physiotherapist specializing in pelvic floor: what they do and how they can help you
Discover how a physiotherapist specializing in pelvic floor health can improve your intimate health and quality of life with personalized treatments.
12-year-olds, binge drinking and alcohol: what's happening and how to protect them
What happens when 12-year-olds drink alcohol in public: risks of alcohol, alcohol poisoning, brain damage, and how families can prevent it.
Babies born with mono: causes, symptoms, risks and care
Discover why some babies are born with withdrawal symptoms, what symptoms they present, risks, treatments and how to prevent neonatal abstinence syndrome.
Insomnia during pregnancy: why it occurs, how it affects you, and effective tips for sleeping better
Are you having trouble sleeping during pregnancy? Discover the causes, risks, and safe and effective tips to overcome insomnia and get better rest.
HELLP syndrome in pregnancy: symptoms, risks and updated treatment
What is HELLP syndrome in pregnancy, symptoms, risks, risk factors and how is it treated to protect the mother and baby.
Children with neurodevelopmental disorders suffer more emotional distress, especially girls.
Children with neurodevelopmental disorders suffer more anxiety and depression, especially girls. This also affects their families, and what support do they need?
Human Papillomavirus (HPV): symptoms, risks, prevention and vaccines
What HPV is, how it is transmitted, symptoms, associated cancers, vaccines and prevention explained clearly and in detail.
Cesarean section or vaginal delivery: differences, risks and how to choose the safest option
Cesarean section or vaginal birth? Compare real risks and benefits, when each option is indicated, and how to avoid unnecessary cesareans with respectful childbirth.
María Fernández-Rubíes shares the painful loss of the baby she was expecting.
Influencer María Fernández-Rubíes reveals on Instagram the loss of the baby she was expecting and receives great support on social media in the midst of her grief.
Childbirth in the middle of San Ignacio de Velasco square shocks the community
A woman gave birth in San Ignacio de Velasco Square. This is how the birth unfolded in the street, the neighbors' reaction, and the help the family now needs.
Newborn reflexes: what they are, what they are for and when they disappear
Discover the newborn's reflexes, their function, how to test them, and when they disappear. A clear guide to understanding their neurological development.
“I have one embryo left”: Marta Peñate and Tony Spina’s difficult journey to motherhood
Marta Peñate confesses that she only has one embryo left after another failed IVF attempt with Tony Spina and recounts the emotional impact of the process.
HaurSare, the new pediatric palliative care network in the Basque Country
HaurSare reorganizes pediatric palliative care in the Basque Country with 24/7 care, multidisciplinary teams and home support for families.
Pediatric oncology in primary care: early detection and follow-up
How to detect childhood cancer early and follow up with survivors in Primary Care, with practical tips by system and long-term risks.
Cookies recalled due to falling metal piece: this is how the precautionary recall went
Kurabie cookies recalled due to a possible metal fragment in one unit. Find out what happened, the extent of the recall, and the safety measures taken.
Home remedies to improve family health: a practical and natural guide
Discover safe home remedies and healthy habits to take care of the whole family's health naturally and without overusing medications.
Timoteo, Juana Repetto's baby, undergoes surgery for an inguinal hernia
Timoteo, Juana Repetto's baby, underwent surgery for an inguinal hernia. Learn how it was detected, what the surgery was like, and his quick recovery.
Week 20 of pregnancy: the baby moves, hears sounds and grows nonstop
Week 20: Your baby is moving, hearing your voice, and growing fast. Discover changes, morphology ultrasound, and how to create a calm sound environment.
Autism in Spain: new health cards, diagnostic pathways and challenges in accessing care
Preferential health card, new diagnostic pathways and alert for “digital autism”: this is how ASD care is changing in Spain.
Is it possible to get pregnant during menopause? Risks, stages, and realistic options
Discover if you can get pregnant during menopause, the real risks, the differences with premenopause, and how assisted reproduction helps.
Healthy fats in the diet: types, functions and recommended foods
Discover what healthy fats are, what foods contain them, and how to include them in your diet to take care of your heart, weight, and daily energy.
Bipolar disorder in Spain: diagnosis, treatment and daily life
Symptoms, causes and treatment of bipolar disorder in Spain, with data, testimonials and keys to a stable life despite the diagnosis.
Getting rid of head lice in children: a complete guide to detecting, treating and preventing pediculosis
Learn how to detect, eliminate and prevent lice in children step by step, with effective treatments, lice comb and tips to avoid re-infestations.
Endometriosis: a silent disease that demands greater visibility and better diagnosis
What is endometriosis, how is it diagnosed, how does it affect fertility, and what treatments exist to improve quality of life?
Endocrine disruptors and fertility: how they affect you and how to reduce their impact
Discover how endocrine disruptors affect your fertility and pregnancy, and what simple changes can reduce your daily exposure.
HPV and its almost absolute role in cervical cancer
HPV causes almost all cervical cancers. Learn how to prevent it with vaccination, screening, and regular gynecological checkups.
Endocrine disruptors and pregnancy: risks, studies and how to protect yourself
How endocrine disruptors affect pregnancy and the baby, and what simple changes reduce your exposure and infant metabolic risk.
Family cycling in autumn: routes, safety and planning with children
How to go cycling as a family in autumn: safe routes, equipment, child safety and tips for enjoying cycling with children.
Historic compensation for denying a high-risk pregnant woman the right to work remotely
Million-dollar fine levied against a company for denying a high-risk pregnant woman the opportunity to work remotely. Key aspects of the case and its impact on labor rights.
A 60-year-old woman gives birth via cesarean section after a very high-risk pregnancy
A 60-year-old woman gives birth via cesarean section in a very high-risk pregnancy. Learn about the medical details, risks, and care that made the delivery possible.
Benefits of caffeine for hair: what science says and how to take advantage of them
Discover how topical caffeine can help your hair, what real benefits it has, and how to integrate it into your hair loss routine.
Healthy children's breakfasts: myths, key points and everyday examples
Discover how to prepare healthy children's breakfasts, without myths or pressure, with practical tips, real examples and quality foods.
Measles and alternative treatments: care, risks and prevention
Measles and alternative treatments: home care, vitamin A, risks, warning signs, and the key role of the vaccine. Learn how to manage it effectively.
Pediatric flat feet in children: types, symptoms, diagnosis and treatment
Discover what pediatric flat feet are, their types, symptoms, diagnosis, and the most common conservative or surgical treatments used in children.
How does measles affect pregnancy, and what do experts recommend?
Risks of measles during pregnancy, how it can affect mother and baby, and what experts recommend regarding vaccination and prevention.
LED face masks: how they work and what they can do for your skin
Discover how LED face masks work, what each light color does, their real benefits, risks, and how to choose a safe device.
Hyrox Sport: Benefits and Tests, and Differences with CrossFit
Discover what Hyrox is, its trials, and all its physical and mental benefits. A complete guide to understanding this hybrid sport and how to get started.
Common childhood illnesses during the summer and how to prevent them
Discover the most common summer illnesses in children, their symptoms, and how to prevent them to enjoy a safe family vacation.
The Andalusian Health Service (SAS) will pay 1,25 million euros to parents in Seville for a poorly attended birth.
The Andalusian Health Service (SAS) will pay €1,25 million to parents in Seville after a botched delivery left their son with serious neurological damage. Learn the details.
First case in Argentina of a more severe variant of monkeypox generates international alarm
Argentina confirms its first case of smallpox from the mono-clade Ib variant, the most severe. Facts, symptoms, risks, and key information for Spain and Europe.
Cardiopulmonary resuscitation maneuvers in children: a complete guide for families and caregivers
Learn pediatric CPR: causes, steps and key techniques to resuscitate babies and children in the event of cardiac arrest.
Health alerts for babies with cocaine in their blood and action protocols
Risks and protocols for babies with cocaine in their blood: symptoms, medical check-ups, breastfeeding and the role of social work and justice.
Preventing eating disorders in adolescents: a complete guide for families
Practical keys to preventing anorexia, bulimia and binge eating in adolescents with family support, communication and healthy habits.
Permanent teeth in children: a complete guide to understanding tooth change
Discover when permanent teeth erupt in children, the correct order, common problems, and key care for a healthy mouth.
Impressive sanitary cordon for transporting a baby with a heart condition
A sanitary cordon has been established in Córdoba to transfer a baby with a heart condition from the airport to the Children's Hospital in 10 minutes.
Brain immune cells: the new key to puberty and fertility
Research from the CNIO reveals that immune cells in the brain and the RANK protein modulate puberty and fertility, opening new therapeutic avenues.
Strength exercises for calisthenics: basic and very effective
Discover the best strength exercises for calisthenics, how to get started, progress, and create effective routines without extra equipment.
Postural hygiene workshop for caregivers in Tomelloso
Practical workshop in Tomelloso for caregivers, covering posture, stretching, and municipal support. Limited places available; registration closes April 9th.
The Don Benito-Villanueva Health Area is committed to humanized childbirth and technological modernization.
The Don Benito-Villanueva Health Area implements humanized childbirth and renews equipment with more than 6,7 million euros of investment from the SES.