Health•3 Related•Oct 29, 2026 • 13:00Andorra Adds 23 Doctors in 2026 as Espot Defends Sick-Leave ControlsPractising doctors in Andorra reached 415 by September 2026, up from 392, while the government backed targeted CASS sick-note checks over systematic validation.
Health•2 Related•Oct 14, 2026 • 21:15Andorra Behavioural Addictions Hit 23 Cases in 2025, Up from 5 in 2022Andorra's Addictive Behaviours Unit reports sharp rises in behavioural addictions and dual pathology, amid 30% growth in mental health services. Officials launched a new observatory to track indicators and boost transparency.
Health•2 Related•Oct 13, 2026 • 20:15Andorra's Suicide Hotline Handles 170 Calls, Prevents 5 Attempts in First MonthsAndorra's new crisis services show early success, with hotline 177 fielding 170 calls and stopping five suicides since launch. Youth chat logs hundreds of conversations amid ongoing mental health plan reviews.
Health•2 Related•Oct 13, 2026 • 20:00Andorra Launches Mental Health Observatory Amid 35% Rise in Treatment CasesAndorra's health ministry unveiled an online observatory centralizing data on mental health, addictions, and related impacts to inform policies. It reveals sharp increases in treatment demand and evolving trends like youth vaping.
Health•2 Related•Oct 11, 2026 • 06:46Andorra to Launch Tissue Donations by End-2026, Organs in 2027Andorra advances its transplant program with tissue donations starting late this year, ahead of schedule, while organ donations are planned for 2027 amid ongoing collaboration with Catalonia to overcome logistical barriers.
Health•2 Related•Oct 10, 2026 • 19:30Andorra Unveils Memorial Flowerbed for Organ Donors at Emotional TributeAround 50 people gathered in Andorra la Vella for a poignant ceremony unveiling a permanent flowerbed spelling 'VIDA,' planted by donor families. Officials lauded the life-saving impact of organ, tissue, and bone marrow donations amid grief.
Health•4 Related•Oct 08, 2026 • 13:30Andorra's SAAS Treats Over 5,100 Patients in Outpatient Mental Health ServicesAndorra's public health service SAAS provided mental health treatment to more than 5,100 people via outpatient psychology since 2023, with events emphasizing stigma reduction and widespread need for care.
Health•2 Related•Oct 06, 2026 • 20:00Andorran Officials Visit Monaco's Princess Grace Hospital for Expansion InsightsAndorran health and urban planning leaders examined Monaco's advanced medical facilities to inform the Nostra Senyora de Meritxell Hospital expansion, focusing on construction and service rollout strategies.
Politics•3 Related•Sept 28, 2026 • 21:30Andorra's Demòcrates Approves Broad Platform to Contest Next ElectionsThe party's committee made the decision at its Prat de les Oques headquarters after discussing government and local issues. The platform targets key challenges and requires commitment to a central programme from all participants.
Health•2 Related•Sept 22, 2026 • 13:45Andorra Approves €4.8M Urgent Credit for Meritxell Hospital ExpansionThe government prioritizes the project with initial funding to expand emergency services, ICU, operating theatres, and diagnostics at Nostra Senyora de Meritxell Hospital.
Health•2 Related•Sept 17, 2026 • 13:30Andorra Health Minister Reports Tobacco, Alcohol Decline but Youth, Elderly RisesAndorra's Health Minister Helena Mas informed the General Council of falling tobacco and alcohol consumption trends, though addictive behaviors like binge drinking are increasing among young people and seniors. She detailed new surveys, mental health investments, and prevention programs in response to opposition concerns.
Health•2 Related•Sept 13, 2026 • 19:30Nearly 600 Join Andorra's Cursa de la Dona to Fund Chemo Hair-Loss Prevention SystemAlmost 600 people took part in the inclusive 14th Cursa de la Dona race in Andorra, successfully funding a €22,000 PAXMAN system to prevent hair loss in chemo patients amid a festive community atmosphere.
Health•4 Related•Aug 03, 2026 • 17:30Andorra's Public Psychology Service Hits 3,100 Users in Under 3 YearsLaunched in 2023 by the Ministry of Health and Copsia, the outpatient service has seen steady growth, averaging eight sessions per patient and focusing on youth and women to enhance prevention and resource efficiency.
Health•3 Related•Jul 31, 2026 • 13:30Andorra Physiotherapists Join National Health Pact as 41st ParticipantThe Official College of Physiotherapists of Andorra signed on to the National Pact for Quality, Efficiency, and Sustainability, enhancing multidisciplinary collaboration. Progress includes hospital upgrades and new oncology and mental health initiatives.
Health•3 Related•Jul 29, 2026 • 19:15Andorra Approves Pilot for Complex Chronic Care at Primary CentreAndorra's government launches a year-long pilot to improve integrated care for patients with multiple chronic conditions. Multidisciplinary teams will provide personalised monitoring and education to cut resource strain from complex cases.
Health•3 Related•Jul 29, 2026 • 18:45Andorra Raises Patient Fees for First Consultations to €9.60 for SpecialistsAndorran government hikes patient contributions for initial medical visits to retain healthcare talent and boost efficiency. Changes include expanded nurse roles and streamlined referral pathways per Health Minister Helena Mas.
Culture•3 Related•Jul 27, 2026 • 15:00Intensive morning lessons and afternoon explorations of Andorra's heritage, landscapes, and festivals helpparticipants practice Catalan. Students shared personal motivations, like past Erasmus experiences and family connections.
Politics•4 Related•Jul 26, 2026 • 20:30Andorra's Espot Calls for Earlier Festival Closures After Santa Anna UnrestFollowing disturbances during Thursday-Friday early hours, Andorra's leader proposes reviewing schedules for major festivals to end earlier and limit late-night alcohol service. He emphasizes balanced coordination without turning events into a police state.
Health•3 Related•Jul 07, 2026 • 21:15Andorra Opens First Interventional Cardiology Unit at Meritxell HospitalThe new unit at Nostra Senyora de Meritxell Hospital enables local treatments like pacemaker implants and stents, reducing need for travel to Spain or France and marking a major step in healthcare independence.
Politics•2 Related•Jun 19, 2026 • 07:00Andorra Education Minister Defends Pupil Survey on Porn, Sexting and SuicideEducation Minister Ladislau Baró justified surveys assessing primary pupils' exposure to pornography, sexting, adult propositions and suicidal thoughts. He emphasized expert adaptation, parental consent processes and necessity for evidence-based child protection amid digital threats.
Health•4 Related•Jun 16, 2026 • 06:30Andorra's Healthcare Pact Hits 71% Completion with Major Hospital UpgradesHealth Minister Helena Mas announced 71% progress on Andorra's National Healthcare Pact after meetings with stakeholders. Highlights include multimillion-euro hospital investments and new prevention programs.
Culture•4 Related•Jun 10, 2026 • 07:00World Press Photo Exhibition Debuts in Andorra Showcasing Global CrisesThe exhibition opens at a repurposed hotel in Sant Julià de Lòria, organized by Reunió de Papaia and Grisart Lab. It runs daily through June 30, drawing officials who hailed its power to inspire empathy on worldwide struggles.
Health•2 Related•Jun 04, 2026 • 19:30Andorra Health Minister Shares Strategies for Retaining Healthcare Workers at WHO Small States MeetingAt 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•4 Related•Jun 03, 2026 • 08:48Andorra SAAS Reports 11.8% Rise in Outpatient Consultations and Key Expansions in 2025Andorra'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•4 Related•May 29, 2026 • 06:31Andorra Unveils 2026-2030 Oncology Plan Prioritising Early Detection Over Local RadiotherapyAndorra'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.