Balearics strengthens protection against pneumococcus infections
The Balearic Islands will be the first autonomous community to include this booster vaccine in the children's vaccination schedule.
Move to outlaw smoking on beaches and terraces in Mallorca and the rest of Spain
20 steps to be taken to tackle and control smoking in Spain
The Mallorca-based British life coach rated one of the best in Spain
“If you want to do something, you want to achieve something and you visualise it, you know what you are doing and you’re going to take the steps to get there, you will do it.”
The Mediterranean lifestyle will help you live longer
Researchers found that people who followed a Mediterranean lifestyle were 29% less likely to die compared to their peers.
BORN TO RUN: British fitness instructor inspiring postpartum mums in Mallorca
“I want to share this with Mallorca and show more women that being active during your pregnancy has so many wonderful benefits for both mother and baby.”
Sports
No fans at La Liga stadiums for rest of the season, say organisers
"The safest thing to do is to complete the season without spectators."
Economy
Spain to pass 50 bln corporate aid package, sets up fund to boost solvency
The announcement was part of other proposals such as tax reform partly focused on raising taxes on larger companies rather than smaller ones.
Health
Cargo ferries ruining the lives of Porto Pi residents
They operate all night with their engines on and the holds open for ventilation. Instructions are given by megaphones.
Health
Government issues health warning as temperatures rise
The ministry is particularly concerned for people over 80 who either live alone or are ill, children, the chronically ill and people working outside.
Health
Health service raised almost 60 food alerts last year
The main objective of this intervention was to reduce risk by making sure that there was adequate identification of ingredients that can lead to allergic reactions.
Health
Patient waiting times for surgery reduced
The Balearic health service made special payments of a quarter of a million euros last year in an attempt to reduce waiting lists.
Health
Revival of inspections to enforce the smoking ban
The regional director of public health, Maria Ramos, recognises that inspections need to be strengthened.
Health
Three-quarters of Balearic adults are dissatisfied with body image
The health authorities on the islands should promote healthy eating and regular physical exercise.
Health
Flu jabs now available in health centres
Flu jabs are available at all the health centres across Majorca.
Health
Majorca to host first national conference to improve help for MS sufferers
The theme of the confererence is cerebral atrophy and cognitive impairment in multiple sclerosis and other demyelinating diseases.
Health
Stressed out? Well here is an event for you
The seminar is directed at those who want to maximise their ability to manage and transform stress into something positive.
Health
Tiger mosquito advice: don’t keep containers of water
One of the most important means of control is to avoid keeping water in containers.
Health
Town hall prohibits tap water consumption
Analysis of water quality reveals an excess of nitrates.
- Spain wants Britons to show they have 113.40 euros, £97, per day for their holidays
- Major security alert at Mallorca airport, surprise landing of flights from Morocco and Namibia
- Big changes on the horizon when Britons travel to Mallorca
- Over two hours for Britons to get through Palma airport queues
- Passengers advised to head to Mallorca airport three hours before flights
Comment
Fat shaming - or just telling the uncomfortable truth?
Obesity is becoming a long term problem for much of western society.
Frank Leavers20/03/2024 14:54