Red de Escuelas de Salud

Health information for the public

The Network of Health Schools for Citizens is an initiative of Spain's Ministry of Health that brings together health education schools and patient associations to provide current, evidence-based health information. The platform shares resources on health promotion, disease prevention, and education for patients, family members, and caregivers.

Topics and services

The website organizes its resources into subject areas and health campaigns, including:

• A health-condition search tool with materials for patients, family members, and caregivers.
• “Take Care Today,” a section with resources on mental health, emotional well-being, suicide prevention, and autism spectrum disorder (ASD).
• Vaccination schedules across the lifespan and vaccines for international travel.
• Cancer screening programs for breast, colorectal, and cervical cancer.
• Information on high blood pressure, type 1 diabetes, and healthy lifestyles, including physical activity, nutrition, tobacco prevention, and alcohol-related risks.
• Guidance on preventing accidental injuries, healthy aging, and general care.
• Specific campaigns, including tobacco prevention in 2025, flu and COVID-19 vaccination for the 2025–2026 season, RSV immunization, and health guidance during wildfires.

Approach

The content is based on scientific evidence and aims to help people make decisions about diagnostic and treatment options, as well as locate health and social resources. The platform is run by Spain's Ministry of Health and is part of the 2026 National Plan for Preventive Actions, including measures related to extreme heat.