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Pedreguer healthcare professional earns national recognition

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2 hours ago

July 3, 2026

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Local nurse awarded at the VIII National Congress of School Nurses
Credit: Ajuntament de Pedreguer/ Instagram

A school nurse from Pedreguer has received national recognition after her research into improving children’s health and wellbeing in schools was honoured with a prestigious award.

Deva Fernández, who works as a school nurse in the Marina Alta municipality, was presented with the award by the Spanish Association of School Nursing (ACEESE) in recognition of her contribution to advancing school healthcare through research. The accolade highlights the growing importance of evidence-based nursing within educational settings.

Research focused on improving school health

Fernández’s research explored key aspects of school nursing and how healthcare professionals can better support children, families and teachers within the education system. Her work stood out among entries from across Spain and was recognised for both its quality and its practical value.

School nurses play an increasingly important role in managing chronic illnesses, responding to medical emergencies, promoting healthy lifestyles and supporting students’ mental wellbeing. Awards such as this underline the profession’s expanding influence beyond traditional healthcare environments.

Receiving a national honour also shines a spotlight on the work being carried out by healthcare professionals in smaller communities like Pedreguer, demonstrating that innovative research is taking place far beyond Spain’s largest cities.

Recognition for Marina Alta

The award has been welcomed locally as a source of pride for Pedreguer and the wider Marina Alta region. Fernández’s achievement not only celebrates her individual dedication but also raises awareness of the valuable contribution school nurses make every day.

By combining frontline experience with academic research, professionals like Fernández are helping to shape future healthcare practices in schools and improve outcomes for pupils across Spain.

Her recognition comes at a time when school health services are becoming increasingly important, with greater emphasis being placed on prevention, early intervention and supporting students with complex medical needs. Research such as hers provides valuable evidence that can help schools and health authorities develop more effective care strategies for children.

The national award reflects years of commitment to both nursing and education, reinforcing the role that school nurses play as an essential link between families, schools and healthcare services while bringing positive recognition to Pedreguer and the Marina Alta.

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Big boost for commuters as Valencia extends travel discounts

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4 days ago

June 29, 2026

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Thousands of public transport users across the Valencian Community will continue to benefit from reduced fares after the regional government confirmed that current discounts will remain in place until December 31, 2026.

The extension, approved by the Valencian government (the Consell), means discounted travel on regional public transport networks including TRAM d’Alacant, Metrovalencia, the Alicante Metropolitan Transport (TAM) system and Castellón’s metropolitan services. The existing measures had been due to expire on June 30.

What discounts will continue?

The package keeps several key reductions designed to make public transport more affordable for families and regular commuters.

Children aged up to and including 14 will continue to travel free of charge, while young people under 31 will still receive a 50 per cent discount on eligible travel passes.

Regular users will also benefit from at least a 40 per cent reduction on season tickets and multi-trip passes. The Generalitat says it will continue contributing an additional 20 per cent towards the discount alongside funding provided by the Spanish government.

Sustainable travel remains the goal

Regional officials say the extension is intended to encourage more people to choose public transport while helping households cope with everyday travel costs.

The discounts apply across the Valencian Community’s main regional transport systems, including TRAM d’Alacant, Metrovalencia, TAM in Alicante and metropolitan transport services in Castellón.

Residents of municipalities affected by the devastating October 2024 DANA floods will also continue to receive free public transport passes until the end of 2026 under the existing support scheme. However, the reductions do not apply to Renfe Cercanías tickets that include Zone D.

Relief for regular commuters

The extension offers welcome certainty for commuters, students and families who rely on public transport every day, ensuring fares remain significantly lower for another six months.

The measure forms part of a wider package of transport support being maintained across Spain during 2026 as governments continue efforts to promote sustainable mobility while easing the financial pressure of daily travel.