Emergency Care Assistance Abroad The complementary assistance abroad coverage included in your policy guarantees emergency coverage due to illness or accident anywhere in the world over a period of 90 days from the time you leave Spain. To use this coverage, you must first call Assistance Abroad on the phone number + 34 91 345 65 84 where you will be guided on what steps to follow. In your virtual client area MI SANITAS, you can check all the details about your coverage and even download the certificate required by some destinations to confirm your health insurance for entry or visa purpose ..read more

Spain’s Festive Season: from December 6 to January 6  From the early days of December until the Feast of the Three Kings in January, Spain’s festive season is marked by a unique blend of tradition, faith and family gatherings. Here’s a glimpse into what makes Spain’s holiday season so magical.  December 6: Día de la Constitución – Celebrating Democracy On December 6, Spaniards celebrate Día de la Constitución (Constitution Day), a public holiday commemorating the Spanish Constitution of 1978. After decades under the Franco dictatorship, the ratification of this constitution signalle ..read more

The most groundbreaking drugs  The 20th century marked a transformative era in medicine, with groundbreaking discoveries that reshaped healthcare and saved countless lives. From antibiotics that revolutionised the fight against infections to life-saving treatments for chronic conditions like diabetes and the contraceptive pill, which empowered millions of women with control over their bodies, these medications have altered the course of human history.  Penicillin Penicillin was discovered in 1928 by Alexander Fleming (British, August 6, 1881-March 11, 1955). The story behind ..read more

Back to School - Back to Stress ?  How to Ease the Transition Summer has a way of making life feel lighter—full of energy and relaxation. It's a time when we can momentarily set aside our worries and truly unwind. But when September rolls around, that carefree feeling starts to fade, and with the return to school, excitement can quickly turn into stress. While this time of year offers fresh beginnings and new opportunities, it can also bring a surge of anxiety. The back-to-school transition affects everyone, but younger students, who may lack coping techniques, often feel the impact more ..read more

Allergies in Spain during spring time  In Spain, the spring season brings about a surge in allergies, primarily due to the increased pollen levels in the air. The five main allergies that commonly arise during springtime in Spain are: Pollen Allergy (Hay Fever) Symptoms: Sneezing, runny or stuffy nose, itchy or watery eyes, coughing, fatigue. Remedies: - Avoiding outdoor activities during peak pollen hours. - Using air purifiers and keeping windows closed to minimize pollen exposure. - For long-term solution, you can consider immunotherapy (allergy shots). - Please contact your doctor be ..read more

How to get your Covid vaccination even if you are not in the Spanish Public Health System The Junta de Andalucía has given an official response to the big question: How to get Covid Vaccination having a private insurance? As you might know, the private health insurance companies are NOT involved in the vaccination process as this is an issue of the Spanish government provided by the Public Health Service. Now the Junta de Andalucía and it’s SAS (Servicio Andaluz de Salud = Andalusien Health Service) has announced how to proceed for people who live here in Spain, but didn’t have had the need t ..read more

Sanitas: the only private health insurance which included free antigen tests (October 2020 - September 2021)  Sanitas - as the leading private health insurance in Spain - works hard to actively fighting the pandemic with the authorities. For this reason, Sanitas has included the Covid-19 antigen test in its insurance cover. This means that Sanitas customers can now receive the Covid-19 antigen test without having to pay a single euro for it. In order to have a test, you must have downloaded the MI SANITAS app on your mobile phone and registered. If you are not yet registered, please clic ..read more

Sanitas is committed to innovation, which enables us to update and add new methods every year. We are extending the cover to offer you the best care in prevention, diagnosis and treatment of your health ..read more

Diet and a sedentary lifestyle are major factors to developing hypercholesterolemia and, therefore, exercise and diet are key in both preventing and treating it. These two risk factors are closely associated to overweight and obesity, so losing weight until you reach the right weight is essential to reducing cholesterol. In this case, the diet must be hypocaloric, until you reach the right weight and then, a diet plan should be defined based on the following criteria ..read more

One of the most important nutrients our body needs is protein, essential for creating muscle and other tissue. But as temperatures rise, not every food containing this nutrient is quite so appetising. Here are a few ideas to help you make a protein-rich salad, a light but filling dish that will leave you satisfied. It’s a great alternative for summer; fresh, filling and mouth-watering ..read more