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Post by loobyloo on Sept 25, 2023 13:19:47 GMT 1
Cont: from prev
yes, this water contains high level of nitrate ****
author
so do leafy green vegetables and cured meats...
well water has all the components of illegal sewage Water, I think it mustn't be really healthy ****
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Post by loobyloo on Sept 26, 2023 14:57:16 GMT 1
Cont: from prev post (on another local expat site recently) If you want to drink your well water get it tested from time to time by a laboratory in town. I use biocentrol.com/ you can buy a sterile bottle from any Farmacia. Indeed its a good idea to get the water tested regardless as washing food, teeth your body can be a problem if the water has high levels of fecal matter or chemicals. **** |
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Post by loobyloo on Sept 27, 2023 14:49:20 GMT 1
(on another local expat site recently)
author:
I hope everyone can send this on as it is really important for everyone to know!
1. Let's say it's 7:25pm and you're going home (alone of course) after an unusually hard day on the job.
2. You're really tired, upset and frustrated.
3. Suddenly you start experiencing severe pain in your chest that starts to drag out into your arm and up in to your jaw.
You are only about five km from the hospital nearest your home.
4. Unfortunately you don't know if you'll be able to make it that far.
5. You have been trained in CPR, but the guy that taught the course did not tell you how to perform it on yourself.
6. HOW TO SURVIVE A HEART ATTACK WHEN ALONE?
Since many people are alone when they suffer a heart attack without help, the person whose heart is beating improperly and who begins to feel faint, has only about 10 seconds left before losing consciousness.
7. However, these victims can help themselves by coughing repeatedly and very vigorously.
A deep breath should be taken before each cough, and the cough must be deep and prolonged, as when producing sputum from deep inside the chest.
A breath and a cough must be repeated about every two seconds without let-up until help arrives, or until the heart is felt to be beating normally again.
8. Deep breaths get oxygen into the lungs and coughing movements squeeze the heart and keep the blood circulating. The squeezing pressure on the heart also helps it to regain a normal rhythm.
In this way, heart attack victims can get help or to a hospital.
9. Tell as many other people as possible about this. It could save their lives!
10. A cardiologist says If everyone who gets this email, & kindly sends it to 10 people, you can bet that we'll save at least one life.
11. Rather than sending jokes, please ....... contribute by forwarding this email which can save a person's life....
12. If this message comes around to you ......more than once.....please don't get irritated.....U need to be happy that you have many friends who care about you & you are being reminded of how to tackle
Heart attacks.... when you are alone.
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Post by loobyloo on Oct 15, 2023 14:43:30 GMT 1
(on another local expat site recently)
author:
I need a good Chiropodist who speaks English. Any help please
Nazaret she has a clinic in Conil but does home visits too, speaks English too.
+34 663 33 47 80 Family members have been using her for years. ****
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Post by loobyloo on Oct 19, 2023 11:44:00 GMT 1
Medical Centre, Los Gallos, Chiclana
2023 Covid Vaccinations
For anyone who didn't know:
Notices with age, group & the dates that vaccines are being done, are on the wall at the side of the reception desk.
An appointment needs to be made for the vaccination (+ Flue jab at same time if wanted)
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Post by loobyloo on Oct 23, 2023 16:41:03 GMT 1
(on another local expat site recently)
author: Anyone know if la longuera is open for walk ins on A Sunday
or is it just best to go directly to Puerto Real? Thanks In advance!
I’ve gone La Longuera before on a Sunday. It says on website it’s open - 24 hours ****
It s open for emergencies. Every day all night. I ve been there a few times at 3 a.m and they look after you ****
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Post by loobyloo on Oct 25, 2023 16:24:56 GMT 1
(on another local expat site recently)
author: does anyone take these that has spare ? I am going to be around 4 doses short before they are due again
and they are really strict with it here and can’t just go buy it
author: Or anything similar , it’s just paracetamol and codine
you won't get anything in Chiclana over the counter that has codeine in it. Your best bet is if someone is going to Gibraltar
- you can get Solpadeine over the counter and they are the equivalent. Or if someone is visiting you from England they could bring them for you ****
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Post by loobyloo on Oct 26, 2023 16:15:04 GMT 1
(on another local expat site recently)
author: Does anyone know anyone who does lip fillers please my friend wants hers done whilst she’s here
Lips can only be filled legally in Spain by a qualified doctor. Never in a beauty saloon.
Diego Chamorro at Viamed Novo Sancti Petri, but I’m sure there are plenty more. ****
as it should be - the amount of horror faces I've seen around London is astonishing ****
I know! There was a case in Madrid last year where a woman was jailed because she was injecting PLASTER!!
You should have seen the results!!! ****
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Post by loobyloo on Oct 30, 2023 16:42:31 GMT 1
(on another local expat site recently)
author: Has anyone managed to get repeat prescriptions on line from social doc. Any idea how to do it if anyone has please?
You can arrange a telephone appointment and they update your card remotely. I do it like that when mine comes up for renewal ***
author: thanks but can’t get a cita in time. Two weeks is earliest and we’re on holiday before then.
keep trying for a Cita daily anyway as sometimes you get a cancellation. Good luck ****
Just go to the medical centre and harras the receptionist it's work for me when I could get an appointment ****
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Post by loobyloo on Oct 31, 2023 19:05:10 GMT 1
Cont from previous post
(on another local expat site recently)
I think the point is that you don't need to visit the medical centre or get an appointment. Online you can get a telephone appointment
which is much easier than having to drive somewhere. I speak to my doctor and she promptly sends the repeat prescription to the pharmacy ****
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Post by loobyloo on Nov 22, 2023 17:20:21 GMT 1
(on another local expat site recently)
author: I cannot find anything relevant from previous posts but has anybody had the shingles vaccine administered
in this locality either in public or private health facilities?
My sister and her husband had it in the UK but I haven't heard of it in Spain ****
author: I know it is available publicly in Murcia but was just checking locally, thanks.
I didn't know it was available in Murcia. Hopefully they'll roll it out in the rest of the autonomous regions ****
It is not offered in Spain, enquired last week. ****
oh yes it is at least in Madrid and just checked it is in other areas in Spain. ****
i asked at my doctors in las casinas and it is not offered there, dont know about anywhere else. ****
look it up Goggle and you will see where it is available in Spain ****
we got it this year from our doctor at Viamed. Must be payed self. Its expensive costs about 380,-- Euro ****
author: Thanks, was the 380 for one vaccine or two?
6-8 weeks distance. ****
Hi I had the Shingrix vaccine 4 weeks ago, made appointment with doc, I had to take a prescription to the pharmacy which I had to pay for and collect the vaccine ,
then take it to the medical centre for it to be injected, one more in three months and that’s it. Make sure it’s Shingrix it’s 98% effective and lasts for life.cost €280 ****
Thanks to Chifra´s new website and their link to Andalucia Health page it was easy to find the information on vaccines.
It seems the shingles (HERPES ZÓSTER) vaccine is only currently available for people with underlying health issues or immunocompromised.
Perhaps it will be rolled out in the future to the general/older population. ****
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Post by loobyloo on Nov 24, 2023 16:53:17 GMT 1
(on another local expat site recently)
redaccion medica
author: MARÍA TERESA FERNÁNDEZ
March 17, 2022.
Anyone who has had chickenpox is at risk of developing shingles. It is a disease caused by the varicella zoster virus (VZV) and its incidence increases in people over 50 years of age.
Even so, only nine autonomous communities have included the recommendation of the vaccine against this virus in their vaccination schedules.
Specifically, the Balearic Islands, Castilla-La Mancha, Castilla y León, Catalonia, Galicia, Madrid, Murcia, the Basque Country and Valencia have a specific vaccination plan against herpes zoster,
including them in their calendars. Thus, by 2022 it would be expected that the rest of the regions would also add this vaccine to their vaccine programs, following the agreement presented at the
Public Health Commission in March 2021. As indicated in the vaccination recommendation report presented by According to the Ministry of Health, more than 90 percent of adults have been infected
with VZV and can therefore develop shingles . Thus, it is estimated that the risk of having the virus is around 30 percent throughout life, and can reach 50 percent in people aged 85 years or older.
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Post by loobyloo on Nov 30, 2023 17:19:45 GMT 1
(on another local expat site recently)
author: And I thought it was a bit cold in the mornings when I in Chiclana last week! Oh to be cold in Chiclana
Thought the same until I saw -1 in Manchester. Not looking forward to getting off tomorrow!!! ****
it’s minus 2 in Leeds aaargh ****
it’s been about 2 degrees all day i would have costa del luz sunshine any day ****
Indeed, its still quite warm here in La Janda ****
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Post by loobyloo on Dec 7, 2023 16:25:55 GMT 1
(on another local expat site recently)
author: The Guardian Newspaper
‘It’s not worth risking your life’: fears over painkiller Nolotil grow for Brits in Spain
Links between the deaths of UK patients and the popular drug have spurred on action among expats in Jávea and beyond
As Britain faced widespread frosts last week, there were blue skies, a warm breeze and temperatures above 20C on white sand beaches dotted with palm trees in Jávea on the Costa Blanca.
People who spoke to the Observer last week say they enjoy the benefits of a typically efficient Spanish national health service. However, there is increasing concern in Jávea and other communities
across the country about one of its most popular drugs: the painkiller metamizole, commonly sold in Spain as Nolotil.
Nolotil is supposed to be prescription only but is widely available over the counter. The Observer was able to purchase two packets of Nolotil on Tuesday at a chemist’s in Jávea for less than €4,
without a prescription.
The Spanish health ministry said it had conducted a review in 2018 after it was notified about cases of agranulocytosis, particularly in patients of British origin. It said a greater risk in
certain populations could not be confirmed, but new guidelines were introduced in 2018 to reduce the risk, including the recommendation not to use the drug in “floating populations” that could not be monitored.
It said an epidemiological study was also commissioned and while it has not yet been published it indicated the magnitude of risk is within currently known and managed levels.
It said agranulocytosis was a known adverse reaction to metamizole and that reports of these reactions were collected and publicly available.
In rare cases the drug, withdrawn in several countries, can cause a condition known as agranulocytosis, which depletes white blood cells, increasing the risk of potentially fatal infection.
A patients group, the Association of Drug Affected Patients (ADAF), says adverse reactions have led to sepsis, organ failure and amputations.
Many Britons who live in Spain say they would not take Nolotil because of the risk of side effects. The ADAF has produced “No Nolotil” wristbands for patients to wear when receiving healthcare.
People need to be vigilant when being prescribed medication. Husband was prescribed Nolotil earlier this year here in Chiclana. ****
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Post by loobyloo on Dec 22, 2023 17:23:52 GMT 1
(on another local expat site recently)
author: Has anyone had a hip replacement here in Cadiz?
Hoping to hear experiences of the local private and state hospitals and surgeons.
I had a hip replacement at Puerto due to a nasty fall where I broke it. *****
author: do you remember who your doctor was? How was recovery?
no sorry. I’m afraid I had to have a catheter put in and that gave me lots of trouble but afterwards it was okay lots of pain meds and a slow recovery.
I had one of those pregnancy pillows to stop me rolling in bed and a commode and higher loo seat. Also a walker. No after care at home was given
or physiotherapy. Mine was worse because my husband was seriously ill with cancer. It was a slow recovery but I am absolutely fine now. I’m 74. ****
author: that does sound really difficult. I’m so sorry you had to go through al of that.
PM me if you need any more info.****
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Post by loobyloo on Dec 23, 2023 15:52:29 GMT 1
(on another local expat site recently)
author: Are people having issues with Salud Responde app to book doctors?
I have had no problem with the app other than when I forgot to turn off my vpn which it didn’t like. ****
Yes, Salud Responde app is having problems recently. ****
Yes. For ages now. One minute it works and the next it doesn't. If you keep trying you might be lucky ****
do you go to Casines at Puerto Real? ****
no. I’m in at La Banda in Chiclana. That might be the issue. ****
Probably quicker to go to reception and book apt? ( well hopefully) ****
I gave up in the end and went into the health centre. Far quicker and less hassle. ****
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Post by loobyloo on Dec 27, 2023 19:31:26 GMT 1
(on another local expat site today)
author: According to Spanish TV News, we are being advised to use masks on public transport again,
due to the high incidence of Covid, along with a large number of other airborne viral infections.
There are some nasty non-Covid bugs around so this is good advice - except I would extend it to shops as well. ****
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Post by loobyloo on Dec 29, 2023 17:00:49 GMT 1
(on another local expat site recently) author: Has anyone had a hip replacement here in Cadiz? Hoping to hear experiences of the local private and state hospitals and surgeons. I had a hip replacement at Puerto due to a nasty fall where I broke it. ***** author: do you remember who your doctor was? How was recovery? no sorry. I’m afraid I had to have a catheter put in and that gave me lots of trouble but afterwards it was okay lots of pain meds and a slow recovery. I had one of those pregnancy pillows to stop me rolling in bed and a commode and higher loo seat. Also a walker. No after care at home was given or physiotherapy. Mine was worse because my husband was seriously ill with cancer. It was a slow recovery but I am absolutely fine now. I’m 74. **** author: that does sound really difficult. I’m so sorry you had to go through al of that. PM me if you need any more info.**** (on another local expat site recently) I had a complete hip replacement at Puerto Real in February 2020 as an emergency following a fall. I was too late to join that day’s emergency list so had to wait 24 hours for the operation, medicated by morphine over night. All went well and I was discharged 5 days later. It seems that you have to source your own crutches and any of the apparatus to use at home. There was no physio therapy provided so I followed a regime from the Internet. I had a follow up appointment for 10 weeks but I did not have one for 10 months as Covid was in full swing by then. I have made a good recovery and would regard it as a success story. The treatment in hospital was very good and I felt I was well cared for by the staff. I wasn’t looked after by any particular surgeon as it was the emergency team who performed the operation. Good luck if you are going ahead. **** |
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Post by loobyloo on Dec 30, 2023 17:31:52 GMT 1
(on another local expat site recently)
author: Does anyone know of a dentist who will treat anyone in their seventies at low cost
Dr Moreno, Viamed, Chiclana ****
Clínica Dental Javier Tinoco. ****
I can recommend the dentist in el colorado Dr Ibañez. He is is a fully qualified dentist
( not just an “ odontólogo “) and does implants as well. ****
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Post by loobyloo on Jan 2, 2024 16:36:16 GMT 1
(on another local expat site recently) author: Does anybody have a mobility scooter for sale or is thinking of selling one or know the nearest place to chiclana that sells them.Any help would be appreciated.Thankyou. You need to find a store that sells orthopaedic devices. There's a large one in Jerez but I can't speak for Chiclana ortopediamedicaenjerez.es/tienda/88-scooters **** there is an orthopedic shop right next to Aldi over the blue bridge not sure if scooters in there but give it a try **** There's a shop by the blue bridge There's a section at the farmacist in el Colorado **** Contact Age Concern to ask for other locations **** Amazon do them **** We found that unlike UK & Costa del Sol, the ortho stores don’t hold stock. They charge a 50€ deposit to get your choice/suggested scooter into store which is refundable if you purchase it. There’s a great English guy in Fuengirola who services, supplies & insures scooters. A specialist centre in Lebrija with onsite workshop for alterations & service. Neither on the doorstep but these machines are a disabled person’s access to mobility & need to be fitted to suit. Hope this not so helpful comment helps **** |
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Post by loobyloo on Jan 10, 2024 8:51:43 GMT 1
(on another local expat site recently)
author: Face masks coming back Me, only this morning (photo of guy wearing his face mask)
- obliged to wear a mask at the San Pedro Medical Centre ****
All over town yesterday! ****
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Post by loobyloo on Jan 10, 2024 8:57:38 GMT 1
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Post by loobyloo on Jan 10, 2024 16:54:41 GMT 1
(on another local expat site recently)
author: does the health centre at the Tuna Roundabout have an emergency walk in service, can’t get an appointment to see my GP. Thanks
Walk in and ask for an emergency appointment, you will get one either immediately or on same day. I did that on Monday ****
I did that last wednesday ****
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Post by loobyloo on Jan 11, 2024 16:46:01 GMT 1
(on another local expat site recently)
No masks on the bus .. yet ****
I went to the chemist last week and they were wearing them as was my doctor. Didn't think we would see them back again ****
It is true, not because of covid but to protect against this nasty flue virus ****
I still keep a mask in my bag and in the car. I went into the Pharmacy in Area Sur today, they staff had masks on,
I asked if I needed to put mine on they said no! ****
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Post by loobyloo on Jan 12, 2024 17:38:07 GMT 1
(on another local expat site recently)
author: 29/12/2023
The Team at Clínica Dental Javier Tinoco would like to wish every member of this group a very happy and cheerful 2024.
May the new year bless you all with health, wealth, and happiness!!!
They speak English ? ****
yes they do ****
I think the first consultation and X-rays are free of charge too ****
Had an emergency appointment with them.They are fantastic. ****
Love that man so friendly and funny ****
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