Routine transitions impact health and emergency services in Spain and Venezuela

As summer ends and the new school year begins, various sectors report the challenges of returning to routine. In Spain, a study by Normon reveals that 41.4% of adults wait for mouth ulcers to disappear on their own, with 63.8% of those aged 18 to 34 opting for inaction despite the impact on daily activities like eating and speaking.

In Vigo, Spain, the CHUVI emergency services have seen a surge in patient volume, approaching 600 admissions per day. This increase in demand is attributed to the start of the school year, rising tourism, and traffic accidents, despite the continued summer heat.

In Venezuela, the return to classes for the 2026-2027 period is marked by concerns over structural safety following earthquakes in June. Experts emphasize the importance of managing children's emotional well-being and anxiety during the transition, noting that parents should monitor behavioral and physical changes to distinguish normal nervousness from clinical anxiety.