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Public health, hospitals, and wellbeing policy updates.

Health•4 Related•May 13, 2026 • 17:32

Andorran Ex-Health Minister Urges Calm on Hantavirus Despite High Fatality Risks

Joan Martínez Benazet, former Andorran Health Minister, reassures public not to panic over hantavirus reports. He notes its rodent transmission, low spread potential, and regional case variations, while cautioning on lethality and travel risks.

Health•5 Related•May 13, 2026 • 14:17

Santa Coloma's Solà d’Enclar Opens as Supported Housing for 21 with Stabilised Mental Disorders

Andorra's refurbished Solà d’Enclar in Santa Coloma launches Thursday as supported housing for up to 21 people with stabilised mental health issues. It provides tailored intensive or minimal support to promote community integration via temporary stays.

Health•5 Related•May 13, 2026 • 06:03

Andorra la Vella Launches Project Radars to Detect Vulnerable Seniors Living Alone

Local businesses monitor elderly customers for unusual behavior and alert coordinators, while volunteers make weekly check-in calls amid rising concerns over social isolation.

Health•3 Related•May 13, 2026 • 05:31

Neuroscientist Ana Ibáñez Shares Brain Training Tips for Wellbeing at Sold-Out Creand Talks

At the Andorran conference, she demonstrated techniques like concentration bubbles, positive self-talk, and controlled stress exposure to boost focus, reduce anxiety, and foster mental resilience.

Health•4 Related•May 12, 2026 • 22:16

University of Andorra and Nurses College Host International Nurses Day Event on Leadership and Research

University of Andorra and COIA hosted International Nurses Day event with sessions on innovations, emotional care, and leadership; COIA seeks nurse prescribing rights for sanitary products.

Health•3 Related•May 12, 2026 • 13:46

Andorra Nurses Push for Prescribing Rights on International Nurses Day Amid Talks with Health Ministry

COIA president Gemma Ballester highlights progress in negotiations with CASS, citing benefits like cost savings and reduced doctor workloads, while events celebrate nursing leadership and innovation.

Health•4 Related•May 12, 2026 • 07:01

Dr. Marc Pascual Pich Named Medical Director of Andorra's Meritxell Hospital

SAAS has appointed Dr. Marc Pascual Pich, an internal medicine expert, as medical director at Hospital Nostra Senyora de Meritxell to lead innovation and resource coordination. The role fills a long-vacant position.

Health•3 Related•May 12, 2026 • 06:33

Andorran Teens Show Alarming Gender Gaps in Sexual Attitudes, Report Finds

A Juventia Youth Congress report uncovers stark differences in Andorran 16-18-year-olds' views on relationships, with boys far more tolerant of manipulative sex tactics and unwanted contact than girls. Experts urge family talks and digital education.

Health•4 Related•May 11, 2026 • 23:02

Andorra Sees Rise in Detected Minors' Sexual Assaults Due to Better Awareness

Improved detection and awareness have driven higher reports of suspected sexual assaults and mistreatment against minors in Andorra, enabling earlier interventions to prevent escalation, officials report.

Health•2 Related•May 11, 2026 • 20:04

Andorra Plans School Links for Youth at New Spanish Mental Health Centre

Andorra's Education Minister Ladislau Baró plans to link youth at the new Sant Lluís mental health centre in La Seu d'Urgell with nearby Spanish schools once stabilised.

Health•5 Related•May 11, 2026 • 18:17

Sant Julià de Lòria Launches Second Agenda Social AMIC with Microbiome and Cancer Immunotherapy Training

Events blend expert sessions on microbiota, immunotherapies, and CAR-T cells for professionals with fundraising activities supporting Assandca through May 16.

Health•5 Related•May 10, 2026 • 16:46

University of Andorra Hosts Second Microbiome and Cancer Immunotherapy Days

University of Andorra hosts specialized training on microbiome, cancer immunotherapy, CAR-T, and personalized medicine for healthcare pros, led by Barcelona Clínic experts; parallel AMIC events fund.

Health•2 Related•May 06, 2026 • 14:46

Patronat de Dames Donates New Van to Andorra's Meritxell Hospital Mental Health Service

Patronat de Dames donated a new van to Andorra's Meritxell Hospital mental health service, replacing a 20-year-old model for safer patient transport to therapies across adult, youth, and addiction.

Health•5 Related•May 06, 2026 • 06:16

Andorra Secures 44 Beds in New Sant Lluís Mental Health Centre in La Seu d’Urgell

Andorra gains priority access to 44 specialised beds at the €11.7 million facility, funded by the Urgell diocese and managed by Fundació Hospitalàries. Set to open in 2027 near the border, it targets adolescents, brain injuries, and medium-stay patients to ease family burdens and cut distant transfers.

Health•5 Related•May 04, 2026 • 07:02

Andorra to Launch New Medical Procedure Classification System in May

Andorra's Ministry of Health will introduce an updated nomenclature in May to better reflect modern practices and technologies. Procedures will gain precise coding, with breakdowns for accuracy and cost alignment to actual work performed.

Health•4 Related•May 03, 2026 • 20:16

CEA Nominates Armengol and Pallàs for CASS Self-Employed Board Seats

Daniel Armengol Bosch and Francesc Pallàs Viladomat, backed by the CEA, will represent self-employed workers on the CASS board. They bring deep experience in business leadership and strategy from key Andorran firms.

Health•4 Related•May 03, 2026 • 07:31

Andorra Minister Hails Nearby Sant Lluís Centre as Mental Health Relief

Andorra's Health Minister Helena Mas praises the Sant Lluís Mental Health Centre for its proximity and specialised subacute care, easing burdens on families who previously traveled far for treatment.

Health•2 Related•May 03, 2026 • 07:02

Experts on bullying survival, psychology, cybercrimes, and sports share prevention strategies as parallel

MoraBanc Andorra's event for 840+ pupils featured experts stressing bystander action, bullying signs like falling grades, cyber penalties for kids over 12, and sports for respect, alongside ADJRA's.

Health•3 Related•Apr 29, 2026 • 22:31

85 Godparents Join 10th Memolímpiades in Andorra for Cognitive Workshops

Event in Sant Julià de Lòria features inclusive levels for cognitive decline, games inspired by scientists, and community lunch to enhance memory and mental agility.

Health•3 Related•Apr 29, 2026 • 15:31

Sant Julià de Lòria Hosts Second CELLAB Agenda Social Amic de la Mà Against Cancer

From May 10-16, events feature charity sports, expert roundtables, a human chain with students and elders, microbiome symposium, and funds for ASSANDCA.

Health•2 Related•Apr 29, 2026 • 08:17

Andorra Launches Call for Youth to Co-Create Wellbeing Day Initiatives

Andorra invites youth to co-create Wellbeing Day initiatives after a survey on health, emotional balance, and challenges; sessions for 16-17 on May 6 and 18-35 on May 7, register by Apr 30.

Health•3 Related•Apr 28, 2026 • 06:31

Andorra Hospital Adds Fifth Operating Theatre to Meet Surging Surgical Demand

Nostra Senyora de Meritxell Hospital in Andorra now operates five surgical theatres after SAAS added a fifth one this April. Four remain available for scheduled procedures, enhancing local capacity and prioritizing patients over foreign treatments.

Health•2 Related•Apr 27, 2026 • 12:46

Creand Crèdit Andorrà Hosts Neuroscientist Ana Ibáñez for Free Brain-Training Talk

Creand Crèdit Andorrà hosts neuroscientist Ana Ibáñez on 12 May at 7pm for a free talk sharing evidence-based tools to manage stress, boost concentration, and enhance wellbeing via interactive.

Health•2 Related•Apr 27, 2026 • 07:01

Orthopaedic Surgeon Dr. Marta Sabater to Lecture on Early Detection of Knee Prosthesis Infections Using Synovial Glucose

Free public talk tonight at 8pm in Andorra la Vella explores low-cost diagnostic method to enable timely treatment and avoid major surgeries.

Health•2 Related•Apr 26, 2026 • 07:01

Pep Castellón Named New President of Andorra's Projecte Vida Addiction Support Group

Longtime member replaces Eva Tenorio, who retains key operational roles as executive secretary and board member to ensure continuity in peer-support model.