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Madrid Health & Medical Update

As of Mar 31, 2026, 6:59 AM

This health & medical update for Madrid covers the last 48 hours of cited sources compiled in the Genesis Signals report. Country risk level is medium, with Crime as the top risk driver. No health & medical incidents were recorded in the last 48 hours, while 5 incidents were logged overall. Cited sources include Telemadrid — Iberia acuerda con los sindicatos un ERE voluntario que suprimirá 996 empleos (2026-03-30), Telemadrid — Detenidas 31 personas a lo largo del mes de marzo por robos con fuerza en domicilios en toda la región (2026-03-30), Telemadrid — Viajar en los autobuses de EMT Madrid y en Bicimad será gratuito el 7 y 8 de abril (2026-03-30), and EMT Madrid — Acto Religioso en zona Valverde. Afectadas 3 líneas de EMT. (2026-03-30). Recommended actions include Avoid demonstrations and large crowds follow instructions from local authorities and police (U.S. Dept. of State advisory). and Expect transit disruptions: check airline and EMT service notices before travel, allow extra time for airport and city trips..

Health & Medical incidents

0 in last 48h

No health & medical incidents recorded in the last 48 hours.

No health & medical incidents were recorded in the last 48 hours. Hospitals to note include Hospital Clínico San Carlos and Hospital General Universitario Gregorio Marañón. Pharmacies listed include Farmacia 24 horas (Conde de Orgaz) and Farmacia Burgocentro. Travel advisory notes: Reissued after periodic review with minor edits. Exercise increased caution in Spain due to terrorism and civil unrest . Country Summary: Terrorist groups continue plotting possible attacks in....

Topic resources

Madrid travel advisory
travel.state.gov/en/international-travel/travel-advisories/spain.html

Hospitals

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Hospital Clínico San Carlos

FAQ

What is the country risk level for Madrid?

Country risk level is medium, with Crime as the top risk driver.

How many health & medical incidents were reported in the last 48 hours?

0 health & medical incidents were recorded in the last 48 hours.

Where can travelers find official guidance for Madrid?

Review the official travel advisory source referenced in the report: https://travel.state.gov/en/international-travel/travel-advisories/spain.html.

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Snapshot

Country risk levelmedium

Advisory-derived, not city-specific.

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Top driverCrime

Total incidents5

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Travel advisory

Level 2: Exercise Increased Caution

U.S. State Department

Last updated March 31, 2026 2:59 AM ET

Who is affected

Travelers, residents, and on-the-ground teams in Madrid.

What to do now

Check official updates daily, confirm routes, and keep emergency contacts handy.

Key takeaways

Reissued after periodic review with minor edits.
Exercise increased caution in Spain due to terrorism and civil unrest .
Country Summary: Terrorist groups continue plotting possible attacks in Spain. Terrorists may attack with little or no warning and target:
Tourist locations
Transportation centers (airports/train stations)
Markets and shopping malls

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Reissued after periodic review with minor edits. Exercise increased caution in Spain due to terrorism and civil unrest . Country Summary: Terrorist groups continue plotting possible attacks in Spain. Terrorists may attack with little or no warning and target: • Tourist locations • Transportation centers (airports/train stations) • Markets and shopping malls • Local government facilities • Hotels, clubs, and restaurants • Places of worship and educational institutions • Parks • Major sporting and cultural events Demonstrations are common. They may take place in response to political or economic issues, on politically significant holidays, and during international events. If you decide to travel to Spain: • Avoid demonstrations and crowds. • Be aware of your surroundings. • Follow the instructions of local authorities. • Check local media for breaking events. Be prepared to adjust your plans. U.S. citizens should always exercise caution when traveling abroad. Use these general tips to stay safe: • Enroll in the Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP) to receive messages and Alerts from the U.S. Embassy and make it easier to locate you in an emergency. • Review the Country Security Report for Spain. • Prepare a contingency plan for emergency situations. Review the  Traveler’s Checklist . • Visit the CDC page for the latest Travel Health Information related to your travel.

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Cited sources

Telemadrid — Iberia acuerda con los sindicatos un ERE voluntario que suprimirá 996 empleos (2026-03-30)
Telemadrid — Detenidas 31 personas a lo largo del mes de marzo por robos con fuerza en domicilios en toda la región (2026-03-30)
Telemadrid — Viajar en los autobuses de EMT Madrid y en Bicimad será gratuito el 7 y 8 de abril (2026-03-30)
EMT Madrid — Acto Religioso en zona Valverde. Afectadas 3 líneas de EMT. (2026-03-30)
EMT Madrid — Acto Religioso en San Andrés. Afectadas 5 líneas de EMT. (2026-03-30)
EMT Madrid — Acto Religioso en distrito Salamanca. Afectadas 8 líneas de EMT. (2026-03-30)
U.S. Department of State — Spain Travel Advisory (reissued)