Public health

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

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

Andorra Unveils Pharmacy Bill to Cap New Openings and Balance Distribution

Andorran officials propose updating 1977 laws with rules for new pharmacies, including population thresholds and spacing to prevent overcrowding in areas like Andorra la Vella while allowing growth in underserved parishes.

Health•3 Related•May 23, 2026 • 20:16

Catalan Comuns Demands Probe into Unequal SEM-SAAS Medical Transfer Deal with Andorra

Catalan parliamentary group Comuns challenges a new agreement between Catalonia's SEM and Andorra's SAAS for lacking mutual aid clauses on helicopter support, risking local emergency services in border areas like Alt Pirineu.

Health•3 Related•May 23, 2026 • 07:16

Andorra Approves Full Public Funding for Five High-Cost Drugs Including Parkinson's Treatment

Andorran authorities have updated CASS regulations to fully fund five expensive medications for rare and chronic conditions. Costs vary widely based on patient needs, supporting access to advanced therapies.

Health•4 Related•May 22, 2026 • 07:31

Andorra Lowers Breast Cancer Screening Age to 45 Following Global Guidelines

Andorra's Health Ministry plans to expand free mammograms to women aged 45-74, driven by evidence from global health bodies like RedETS and the EU, to enhance early breast cancer detection and outcomes.

Other•3 Related•May 21, 2026 • 21:31

Andorran Court Sentences Four Peruvians to Six Years Each for Cocaine Network

Andorra's Tribunal de Corts convicted four Peruvian residents in a cocaine distribution ring busted in Operation Llops. The network involved sustained sales from a central flat, with over 240 grams linked overall. Appeals are expected from both sides.

Health•4 Related•May 21, 2026 • 13:46