Spain

13 February, 2025

Infections by multi-resistant bacteria in Spanish hospitals could cause more than 20000 deaths a year

A study published in The Lancet Regional Health - Europe estimates that in 2023 there were 173 infections due to multi-resistant microorganisms in hospitals in Spain, with 653 associated deaths. The research reveals that the burden of this type of infections is significantly higher than expected.
20 January 2025

How many lives does the flu vaccine save? A Spanish study has the answer

A team from several institutions in our country has analyzed tens of thousands of patients around the world. The conclusion: getting vaccinated reduces the possibility of dying up to four times in certain risk groups.
23 July 2024

Ramón Reyes, president of the AECC: "We have to know why there is more cancer than ever at an early age"

Re-elected head of the entity, Reyes enthusiastically faces a second term and reviews the pending challenges: low-survival cancer, screening, access to drugs or the anti-smoking plan.