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in south east ofSpain, between E¿ Health, its own frrll services medical compeny, hotels & one 3* located infuchena. Andalucía andAlicante, and is a land both will advise and heþ solve any needs that - Hotel Thalsia 4* medical spa and thalasotherapy that combines nature at its purest. patients may have, restoring confidence and ensuring Located on the coast, opposite the Regional Natural From the sea, traditions and heritage their stay is stress-free. Park ofthe Salinæ de . Esablishments with medical stafi Sto gastronomy and leisure, Murcia is the perfect place - to combine medical uearment with a holiday and The hospitals: Quality and innovation Centro VitalAguæ SalinasApanmens. l¡cated on duoughout the seafronr, facing Mar Menor. health treatments. DTSGOVEN (headquarters REGIOIT Mesa del - Hotel l¡doma¡ 4* Spa Ec Thalæsotherapy - Facing THE Hospital Castillo The privileged climate ofthe area, with an average o[ the Urological Corporation multi-disciplinary the Regional Natural Park ofthe Salinas de San temperature of 19"C and 300 dalzs ofsunshine a year, MarMenorMuds Caravace is one of the five Holy Citia of the world; a goal for pilgrims and Mediterranean team), Hospital de Molina (a top 20 Pedro del Pinatar. enables the streets and squares to be enjoyed in the Due to the particular weather conditions of the Ma¡ Menor, which has a great an oldTemplars place. It is difficult to find such a magnetic and welcoming Spainish hospital) and Virgin of Chariry Medical Spasr wa¡m winter sun of this Meditenanean land. ls a number of hours of sun a year and high saliniry lwels, some muds suitable for atmosphere anywhere else, Center (with professional international remgnition - Hotel Puerto Montiel 4* Spa & Ma¡ina health region for centuries, Murcia is also the perfect Juan therapeutical treatments have been stocked for centuries at the northern end in facial surgery rejuvenating a¡d nose, functional located on the coast in Aguilas with is own seaport. place to relax and heal body and mind. of the lagoon. The latest studies by Universidad de Murcia show that these Mediterranean Cuisine and aesthetic rhinoplasty). - Intercontinental 5* Mar Menor Golf Resort & Spa, sediments have a high percentage of cations, calcium, magnesium, potæsium The peculiar geography ofthe region enables visitors to try many specialities, The three private hospitals are located in Murcia located nea¡ the Costa del Mar Menor & Nicklaus Didyouknow? and fluoride, as well as anions, chloride aad sulphate in well over expected The best vegetables ofthe huerta (garden) are part ofthe Mediteranean diet, and Cartagena and are accredited by the Spanish GolfTiail with sixgolf courses. Spain hæ the highest life expectancy ofany European levels. Ifyou sufer from bone and joint pains, go to tJre muds ofl¡s Salinas in which combines tradition al dishes with avant-garde signature cuisine, all of - health system. They have different European quality The Manga Club 5* Reson Golf & Spa, located on which are fi¡ll offlavour. Fruit candies, candied fruit and honey are where the country and ia health care system is 7th in the world to Pagrín and try the well-known 'Mar Menor muds'. Due to sedimentation, (ISO golfcourses, certifications 9001, ISO 14001 and UNE the Mediterranean coast, with three most delic¿te a¡omas of theòe fields are noted. in terms of qualiry. Its medical schools are of the on the sand and at the bottom of this smali sea there a¡e some muds with a 179003) and the medical team is recognised by the highat qualiry in terms of training and innovation great power of absorption, mineralising action and healing effect. They make Professional College of Physicians. Rehabilitation in the sunlight at aspa or 'Wine good skin treatrnents and can be therapeutic for câses arthritis, routes of , andYecla and Spain is one ofthe top three countries in the ofrheumatism, Each hospital has a wide range ofspecialties and is hospiul, the choice purs The Region of Murcia is perfect for wine lovers, with three denominations of world offering Hydrolory rehabilitation, using gout and rehabilitation after bone fracture, æ well as being used as an anti- medical treatment, with the most modern qzstems Patients ca¡ their treatment in a Costa undergo inflammatory. origin, Bullas, ând , where the Monastrell (or Mourvèdre) is the mineral, marine and drinkingwater for medical Jumilla and the most adva¡rced technical innovation, Calida Ca¡es hospital before following a rehabiliation star, Vsitors can immerse dremselves in wineries, wonderfi..rl natural landscapes Replacement hip, knee, shoulder surgery dental and recovery programme at one of its seven 22 golfcourses to choose and historical monuments to make up an unforgettable experience, üeÍrtment, diagnostic tests, second opinion, general specialised spas. Alternativeþ mâny petients þea.lth The Region of Murcia has become one of the favourite destinations for golf Get backto full health inMurcia or specific checla, urolory, breast unit and oncolory, opt to combine their holiday with a speciÊc enthusiæts and professional golfen. In a workng radius of 35 kilometres, you Nature Ancient Roma¡ andArab civilizations chose Murcia plastic surçry fertility to name a few. rehabilitation reâtment, ailored to their needs. can Ênd, 22 qnJiry golf courses designed by renowned international players. Do you like nature? Then the Region of Murcia is for you, authentic without for the goodness of its waters a¡d its climate, in a a¡tifice, and æ natural æ you. .As clear as the water, as solid as the earth and land where the sun and light are present for more The Spas: for wellbeing Cosa Calida C-aæs ofiers a fleriible pladorm for Ever¡hing MeltingPot enveloping like the air. The sun illuminates its varied and beautiful landscapes, than 2,800 hours a year. From is natural sea springs There are a wide range of establishments depending you to choseyour health or medical treatments A¡cient civilisations have passed through Cartagena, Murcia and Lorca, leaving ranging from the high mountains in the north west to the coastal paths. to the mud of Ma¡ Menor, its healing properties are on patient needs. and accomodation, without waiting lists and with a legacy ofincalculable artistic and heritage value, including religious buildings, Places where you can enjoy all kinds ofleisure activities, as well as water sports well-known, Hydrologists Medical establishrnents: Treatments qualified professionals and at fanasticprices - we æchaeological sites, monuments, museums. Far beyond the bigger cities, every throughout the year. The Region ofMurcia is home to Costa Calida by specialist phlncians with mineral and marine ane here foryou - cont¿ctus! village, every corner of the Region of Murcia hides traces of its history. For more information visit www.murciaturistica"es C.ares, a private association ofspæ, thalassotherapy waters, sludge applications. centers, hospitals and service companies. Is multi- Specialties: include orthopedic rehabilitation, Vrsit www.cosacalidacares.com for more details

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