Public health

Hospitals, healthcare services, disease, patient care, and public health policy.

Health•2 Related•Jun 16, 2026 • 23:30

Five Candidates Vie for CASS Pensioner Board Seats in Andorra

Deposit voting for CASS board seats representing 21,000 pensioners runs through Wednesday at offices and mobile units. Candidates clash on pension sustainability, low benefits, widow/orphan payments, and mandatory complementary plans.

Health•4 Related•Jun 16, 2026 • 06:30

Andorra's Healthcare Pact Hits 71% Completion with Major Hospital Upgrades

Health 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.

Health•3 Related•Jun 16, 2026 • 06:00

Gastroenteritis Outbreak Hits Andorra's Sagrada Família School, Affecting Nearly 100

Health officials probe a sudden gastroenteritis surge at Sagrada Família school, where mild vomiting and stomach pain struck almost 100, mostly students, prompting surveys, sample tests and enhanced hygiene measures.

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.

Business•4 Related•Jun 13, 2026 • 13:30

Andorra Detains Spanish Resident for Coordinating International Drug Trafficking Logistics

Andorran police arrested a 37-year-old Spanish resident accused of organizing drug distribution routes for a network shipping cocaine from Spain to Europe. He faces extradition and potential local money laundering charges after raids revealed cash and luxury assets.

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.

Andorra Police Arrest Multiple Drink-Drivers and Licence Violators

Police detained several motorists last week for high alcohol levels up to 1.99g/L, suspended licences, drug possession, and border violations including cocaine at Riu Runer.

Politics•4 Related•Jun 11, 2026 • 06:15

Angelina Mas, Andorran Women's Suffrage Pioneer, Dies at 82

Andorran activist Angelina Mas, key in winning women's suffrage and advancing social security reforms, died Tuesday after health decline. Tributes highlight her enduring impact on women's and disability rights.

Politics•4 Related•Jun 11, 2026 • 05:45

Andorran CASS Election Candidates Push Pension Reforms and Healthcare Transparency

Intense campaigning marks the June 17 CASS board elections in Andorra, as candidates across groups demand pension sustainability, streamlined medical processes, and greater transparency in healthcare spending.

Business•2 Related•Jun 10, 2026 • 07:00

Spanish Office Invalidates Andorra Health Service's 'Programa de ayuda al triaje' Trademark

Andorra's public health service SAAS suffers another IP loss as Spain's OEPM invalidates its triage software trademark amid dispute with ex-ED head Dr. Gómez Jiménez.

Environment•4 Related•Jun 10, 2026 • 06:33

Andorra Waste Centre Processes 52,621 Tonnes in 2025, Powers 14.5% of Nation with Clean Energy

Andorra's CTR facility turned waste into significant electricity and heat in 2025, with monitoring confirming zero environmental harm and emissions far under limits.

Other•4 Related•Jun 08, 2026 • 17:15

Andorra Drug Case: 228g Caffeine Not Cocaine, Gold Scams Probed, Multiple Weekend Arrests

Major relief in Andorra drug case as powder tests caffeine; meanwhile gold fraud ring exposed and weekend sees assaults, weapons, minor drugs busts.

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•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.

Other•2 Related•Jun 07, 2026 • 06:34

Civil Guard Dismantles Barcelona Drug Ring, Arrests Andorrans at Farga de Moles Border

Spanish Civil Guard busted a drug network in Barcelona province, seizing over 9kg of drugs and arresting eight, including two Andorran residents stopped at Farga de Moles border with hashish.

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•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.

Other•4 Related•Jun 02, 2026 • 07:45

Andorra Police Arrest 19-Year-Old for Assault, Six for Drugs, Five for DUI

Police in Andorra made multiple arrests over the weekend and last week, including one for a nightclub assault, six for possessing narcotics like cocaine and ecstasy, and five for driving under the influence with high alcohol levels.

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•4 Related•May 24, 2026 • 06:32