Health

Public health, hospitals, and wellbeing policy updates.

Health•3 Related•Jun 15, 2026 • 12:30

Andorra Partners with TERMCAT for Catalan Medical Terminology Vocabulary

Andorra's Department of Linguistic Policy signs deal with TERMCAT to create a key Catalan medical vocabulary resource, aiding professionals and public in 23 specialities with multilingual equivalents, backed by €7,000 funding.

Health•3 Related•Jun 14, 2026 • 16:45

Cedre Centre Serves 142 Residents in 2025 with Stable Admissions and Reduced Absences

In 2025, Cedre maintained 142 elderly residents with stable entries, reduced absences impacting social ties, and comprehensive care via 3,267 medical visits, physiotherapy, and 270 psychology sessions.

Health•4 Related•Jun 14, 2026 • 10:30

Andorra CASS Board Elections Underway Amid Pension and Healthcare Debates

Candidates from workers, pensioners, and entrepreneurs vie for CASS board seats, debating reforms to secure pensions against demographic pressures while improving healthcare access and cutting bureaucracy. Voting runs through June 17 with new parish options.

Health•2 Related•Jun 13, 2026 • 07:30

Two Self-Harm Attempts Prompt Emergency Response in Andorra la Vella and Escaldes-Engordany

Emergency services handled two acute mental health crises Thursday afternoon in central Andorra, stabilizing individuals amid self-harm and paranoia before hospital transfers in coordinated operations.

Health•3 Related•Jun 08, 2026 • 07:16

Andorra School Health Service Achieves 2,189 Screenings and 1,229 Vaccinations in 2024-2025

Andorra's School Health Service conducted 2,189 screenings (96.17% coverage) and 1,229 vaccinations in 2024-2025, with strong rates for HPV, MACWY, dTpa+IPV, and a new varicella program delivering 286

Health•4 Related•Jun 08, 2026 • 06:46

400 Join 12th Marc GG Walk in Andorra to Honor Deceased and Support Bereaved

Nearly 400 joined the 12th Marc GG walk in Andorra to honor deceased and support bereaved, raising funds and calling for better sudden-death notifications.

Health•2 Related•Jun 07, 2026 • 07:00

Andorran Patients Rate Public Health Services Highly in 2025 Survey

A 2025 report from 135,464 responses shows sustained high satisfaction in Andorra's public health system. Ambulatory surgery led at 97.3%, while emergencies reached 75% positive amid heavy volume.

Health•4 Related•Jun 06, 2026 • 06:17

Andorra Celebrates World Transplant Day with Tributes, Symposium, and Donation Advances

Andorra honors transplant donors and recipients via ATIDA's anniversary event and first national donation symposium, highlighting advances and stories amid calls for better processes.

Health•2 Related•Jun 05, 2026 • 14:00

Andorra MP Questions Hospital's Surgical Equipment Purchases Amid Neurosurgery Shortages

Andorran MP Noemí Amador questions hospital's purchase of a surgical robot amid neurosurgery tool shortages forcing patient transfers abroad, urging funds reallocation.

Health•2 Related•Jun 04, 2026 • 19:30

Andorra Health Minister Shares Strategies for Retaining Healthcare Workers at WHO Small States Meeting

At WHO Europe Small States meeting in Latvia, Andorra's Health Minister Helena Mas shared strategies to retain healthcare workers via regional ties, tech upgrades, and flexible paths.

Health•2 Related•Jun 04, 2026 • 07:15

Andorra Bolsters Organ and Tissue Donation with Local Training and Protocols

Hospital staff now trained to identify donors and perform extractions on-site, reducing reliance on Barcelona transfers while events raise public awareness.

Health•3 Related•Jun 04, 2026 • 06:33

Social Democrats Request Data on Andorran Patient Referrals Abroad

The parliamentary group seeks detailed 2023-2025 figures on overseas treatments, especially oncology, support for families, and public funding to evaluate and improve assistance.

Health•2 Related•Jun 03, 2026 • 21:30

Andorra's TRANA EM Spotlights 'Silent' Multiple Sclerosis on World MS Day, Pushes Disability Law Amendments

Association urges newly diagnosed to seek support and proposes housing, accessibility, and caregiver protections based on members' experiences ahead of parliamentary review.

Health•4 Related•Jun 03, 2026 • 08:48

Groundbreaking Ceremony Launches Ossa-Senior Living for 120 Elderly Beds in Andorra's Encamp

Construction begins on Andorra's first sociosanitary centre outside central valleys, backed by MoraBanc financing half the cost amid high investor interest. Officials highlight its role in quality ageing for Encamp's growing senior population.

Health•4 Related•Jun 03, 2026 • 08:48

Andorra SAAS Reports 11.8% Rise in Outpatient Consultations and Key Expansions in 2025

Andorra's SAAS healthcare service saw broad activity growth in 2025, including more consultations, diagnostics, and births, despite fewer hospital admissions from an IT update. New facilities advanced mental health and cancer care locally.

Health•3 Related•Jun 02, 2026 • 16:03

Encamp Breaks Ground on Andorra's First Senior Residence Outside Central Valleys

Andorra's Head of Government Xavier Espot joined local leaders to lay the first stone for a new sociosanitary centre in Encamp. The facility tackles elder care shortages amid demographic shifts toward longer lifespans.

Health•3 Related•May 31, 2026 • 14:02

Andorra Launches National Oncology Plan to 2030 Focusing on Early Detection and Referrals

Andorra's National Oncology Plan to 2030 prioritizes screening for breast, colorectal, prostate, and lung cancers, patient-centered care, and referrals to Spain/France due to limited local cases.

Health•3 Related•May 31, 2026 • 08:01

Hundreds Honor Andorran Transplant Advocate Toni Gamero at Joyful Farewell Mass

Former ATIDA president, who lived six years post-bone marrow transplant, celebrated with tributes, music, and his mantra to 'collect moments' amid leukemia battle.

Health•4 Related•May 29, 2026 • 06:31

Andorra Unveils 2026-2030 Oncology Plan Prioritising Early Detection Over Local Radiotherapy

Andorra's new National Oncology Plan focuses on early detection, coordinated care and patient support, opting to refer radiotherapy patients to Spain and France due to insufficient local case volume for quality service.

Health•2 Related•May 28, 2026 • 18:16

Andorra's Health Minister Confirms Medical Procedure Review Nears Completion

After over 16 technical meetings with specialists, only two remain before finalizing updated nomenclature and tariffs that break procedures like ultrasounds into detailed sub-categories.

Health•2 Related•May 28, 2026 • 12:16

Teens submit concerns via Instagram or drop box; psychologists analyze them to create tailored Reel videos

L’Espai Jovent’s La Càpsula lets adolescents anonymously submit emotional worries via Instagram or drop box; Psicosalut psychologists analyze them for targeted Reel advice on Instagram.

Health•5 Related•May 28, 2026 • 07:31

Andorra Awards Contracts for Oncology Hospital Upgrade and School Rehab

Andorran government invests in healthcare and infrastructure, funding oncology consolidation at Meritxell Hospital alongside repurposing a tobacco factory as a tech hub and modernizing a local primary school for safety and efficiency.

Health•3 Related•May 28, 2026 • 07:31

Andorra Launches €30,000 Tender for Catalan Promotion Campaign in Healthcare

Initiative targets professionals and patients to boost language use amid survey findings of lower compliance in hospitals and specialist care compared to primary centres.

Health•2 Related•May 28, 2026 • 06:32

Andorran Court Rejects Appeal in Hepatitis C Notification Failure Case

Andorra's Constitutional Court dismissed a family's appeal for higher compensation from SAAS over a 2005 failure to inform a patient of her hepatitis C diagnosis, which contributed to her 2011 death from cirrhosis. The ruling confirmed modest €17,000 payout due to factual uncertainties.

Health•3 Related•May 27, 2026 • 07:02

Andorra Joins European COPAJ Project to Combat Youth Addictions in Pyrenees

The €1.84 million cross-border initiative with Catalonia and southern France targets alcohol, cannabis, vaping, and more among 16- to 25-year-olds in border regions from 2025 to 2028.