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Join the SMACC+ International Webinar Series on the Future of Microalgae Biocompounds

The European Spas Association (ESPA) is pleased to share an upcoming educational initiative from the SMACC+ Project, organised in collaboration with Cosmetic Valley, an associate partner of the project. One of the project's partners is University of Vigo, which is also an active partnert of the Thalasso Working Group. The SMACC+ International Webinar Series will bring together researchers, industry experts and innovators to explore the...
EVENTS
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48th ISMH World Congress in Banja Koviljača, Serbia

48th ISMH World Congress will be held from 13 to 16 May in Banja Koviljača, Serbia. The ISMH World Congress is one of the most...
BALNEOLOGY

Addressing plastic pollution requires working together – Ghent University

The Thalasso working group, led by Marlies Sobczak, is working closely with the researchers at Ghent University. Prof. Jana Asselman and her colleagues were...
WORKING GROUPS

Medical Spas and Climate Health Resorts as Strategic Pillars of Europe’s Health Future

On 15 January 2026, the European Economic and Social Committee (EESC) hosted an Expert Hearing on Life Sciences and Rare Diseases On 15 January 2026,...
EVENTS

A new report published as part of the State of Health in the EU

Medical Spas and Climate Health Resorts Offer Powerful Solutions to Europe’s Growing Health Challenges The Synthesis Report, published in December 2025, has revealed that Europe...
BALNEOLOGY

European Spas Magazine 2025–2026: A 30-Year Anniversary Edition

We are proud to present the inaugural issue of the European Spas Association Magazine, published to celebrate 30 years of European Spas. This special edition...
BALNEOLOGY

Why Sleep Comes First: A Systemic Approach to Healing Chronic Stress

Interview with Karina Kyppas, CEO in Medical Spa Narva-Joesuu, Estonia Winner of the ESPA Innovation Award 2025 in catergory Innovative Medical Spa Q: "What's the...
ESPA INNOVATION AWARD

“Redefining Wellness Through Science: An Interview with Prof. Christophe Hausswirth”

Interview with Prof. Cristophe Hausswirth, CEO and Founder of the BeScored Institute and MASAK Winner of the ESPA Innovation Award 2025 in the category...
ESPA INNOVATION AWARD

“Reprogramming Pain: How Predictive Coding Shapes Modern Fibromyalgia Rehab”

An interview with Dr. Martin Gehlen, Rheumatologist and Chief Physician of the Fürstenhof Klinik, Staatsbad Pyrmont, Germany - Special Jury Winner of the ESPA Innovation...
BALNEOLOGY

Healing With Compassion: A New Path for Life After Breast Cancer

Karel Kalivoda, Cluster General Manager at the Marianske Lazne on how ONKOFIT-SPA empowers women through gentle guidance, community, and sustainable lifestyle change. ONKOFIT-SPA programme is...
BALNEOLOGY

SPA-CE B2B Workshop 2025 Highlights: Estonia Hosts an Outstanding Edition

Strengthening business connections and showcasing Europe’s leading medical spas The SPA-CE B2B Workshop, held as part of the European Spas Association Annual Congress, once again...
ESPA CONGRESS

What Have We Learned at the European Spas & Balneology Congress 2025?

The European Spas & Balneology Congress, held in Haapsalu, Estonia from 8 – 10 October 2025 brought together health experts, policymakers, innovators, and spa...
ESPA CONGRESS

Report on the 5th Online Meeting of the ESPA Thalasso Working Group

On October 21, the fifth meeting of experts from the ESPA Thalasso Working Group took place with 19 participants. Among them was the new...
BALNEOLOGY