HEALTH

How to Get a COVID Booster in Catalunya

Many people have contacted us with questions about how to get their third “booster” shot. Here is a quick guide to help you get your third jab. Read more
Holiday Heart Syndrome

Many people enjoy a tipple over the festive season, but overdoing it could cause “holiday heart syndrome,” a condition where the heart beats abnormally—known as atrial fibrillation or AF. Read more
Is Brushing Your Teeth for Two Minutes Enough?

Many of us over-estimate how long we brush our teeth for—by as much as a whole minute in some cases. And yet there’s some evidence that even two minutes of teeth brushing may not be enough. Read more
Aesthetic Medicine & Plastic Surgery at Turó Park

Whether they’ll admit it or not, most people have concerns about their appearance. Now, with the evolution of aesthetic medicine, people can turn to plastic surgery to reinforce their confidence and enhance their quality of life. Read more
Seasonal Depression: Why It Happens, How to Manage Symptoms

Around one in three people consistently struggle through the autumn and winter months with a type of depression known as seasonal affective disorder (SAD) Read more
Is the Common Cold Really Much Worse This Year?

Many people are reporting the “worst cold ever.” But are colds really much worse this year? And, if so, what is causing it? Read more
General Medicine & Pediatrics—What to Expect from Your Visit

An important aspect of health care that is often overlooked is receiving care in your native language; that is why the GPs and specialists at Turó Park Medical Center all offer their services in an extensive range of languages. Read more
Why 7,000 Steps a Day Is the New 10,000 Steps a Day

When trying to get more active, it can often be demoralizing when you look at your step count and realize you haven’t reached that goal of 10,000 steps. In fact, it can even be demotivating. Read more
A Year in Therapy: A Client and Therapist Reflect Together

Ever wondered what goes on in therapy? Leigh Matthews and one of her clients reflect on his past year in treatment. She is Founder and Director of Therapy in Barcelona and an Australian Registered Psychologist with almost two decades of experience. Read more
Women’s Health: Obstetrics & Gynecology in Barcelona

Many women feel nervous before their gynecological appointment because they're often not sure what to expect. The doctors at Turó Park outlined for us what you can expect so that you can feel more at ease in your next visit. Read more