As ITB celebrated its 60th anniversary, the Medical & Health Tourism Pavilion in Hall 4.1 was bigger and more impactful than ever. The European Spas Association was proud to co-create this year’s programme, highlighting the future of evidence-based health tourism, from longevity and regenerative medicine to the healing power of Europe’s traditional thermal waters.

Throughout the event, the pavilion became a dynamic hub for policy discussions, expert panels, networking, and industry exchange, bringing together leading voices from tourism, healthcare, research, and public institutions. Our members from Bulgaria, Croatia, the Czech Republic, Georgia, Germany, Italy, Hungary, Lithuania, Slovenia,  Slovakia, and Romania made the presentation of medical spas perfect. Thank you very much for the contributions! 

ITB Health Destination Award 2026

A special moment during ITB Berlin was the presentation of the ITB Health Destination Award 2026, which was proudly awarded to Italy, represented by Federterme and ENIT.

Italy was recognised for:

• Europe’s largest investments in spa and wellbeing infrastructure, European Spas Innovativation Award winner De Montel thermal spa in Milan is a new milestone in Europes spa world.
• Strong scientific research in balneology through collaboration with universities and the FORST Foundation
• The development of Italcares, a global platform promoting Italian healthcare and thermal medicine 

Italy demonstrates how health tourism can successfully combine medical evidence, cultural heritage, sustainability, and global competitiveness.

Congratulations to Visit Düsseldorf for being awarded the best Medical Tourism Destination 2026! Thank you to all jury members for your valuable work and cooperation; special thanks to ITB!

Strategic Partnership for Women’s Wellbeing

A major highlight of ITB Berlin 2026 was the launch of a strategic collaboration between the Institute of Tourism and the European Spas Association (ESPA) focused on women’s empowerment and wellbeing.

This partnership aims to expand access to evidence-based natural healing services, promote preventive health, and strengthen women’s role in the tourism and health sectors.

The collaboration was focused on:

• Promoting women’s health and preventive wellbeing through spa medicine and natural healing services
• Developing research, studies, and policy recommendations on women’s empowerment
• Supporting female professionals, entrepreneurs, and leaders in tourism and healthcare
• Creating programmes encouraging healthy lifestyles, resilience, and self-care
• Strengthening cooperation with governments and international organisations

A Joint Working Group will soon be established to develop research initiatives and pilot projects that place women’s wellbeing at the centre of sustainable tourism and health strategies.

Dialogue with UN Tourism

During ITB Berlin, the European Spas delegation also held an important meeting with Cordula Wohlmuth, Regional Director Europe of UN Tourism. Discussions focused on strengthening cooperation and expanding knowledge transfer and publications on health tourism within the UN Tourism framework.

There was strong interest in further collaboration on topics such as:

• Quality standards for health destinations
• Health tourism as a driver of sustainable tourism development
• The growing importance of the Silver Economy

At the Global Tourism Summit at the Ritz-Carlton, European Spas representatives also had the opportunity to exchange perspectives with UN Tourism Secretary-General Shaikha Al Nuwais, exploring opportunities to further highlight health tourism and longevity-focused travel at a global level.

Healthy Water Initiative – A Unique Experience

One of the most engaging highlights at the European Spas stand was the “Healthy European Waters” Bar. This interactive concept allowed visitors to experience the diversity and therapeutic qualities of Europe’s mineral waters, sparking inspiring conversations about water as a cornerstone of health and spa medicine.

The initiative was organised in cooperation with the Slovenian Spas Association and the Slovenian Tourist Board, showcasing the strength of European collaboration in health tourism.

Academic Cooperation and Young Talent

European Spas was delighted to welcome Prof. Waldemar Berg, President of the Deggendorf Institute of Technology, for valuable discussions on future academic cooperation.

Special thanks go to our members and colleagues Anke Sponer and George Christian Steckenbauer, whose expertise and contributions to the Medical & Health Tourism Pavilion stage programme were instrumental to the success of our presence at ITB Berlin 2026.

We are also deeply grateful to the students from Deggendorf Institute of Technology, whose energy, professionalism, and creativity helped represent the European Spas Association throughout the entire trade fair. Their engagement truly reflects the future of our sector.

Inspiring Discussions at the Pavilion

The pavilion programme featured numerous high-level discussions, including:

Longevity, Regeneration & Prevention – Beyond the Buzzwords
with leading experts discussing the transformation of preventive healthcare.

Digitalisation in Health Tourism,
exploring education and innovation in cooperation with international partners.

Wellbeing in Tourism – Economic Engine: Impact Today, Value Tomorrow,
highlighting the growing economic importance of health and wellness tourism.

Looking Ahead

ITB Berlin 2026 once again confirmed that health tourism is becoming one of the most dynamic sectors in global travel.

The European Spas Association remains committed to strengthening spa medicine, preventive health, sustainability, and innovation, while building international partnerships that support healthier societies and thriving tourism regions.

Thank you to Thomas Böhmkes, Ophelia Janik and to all our partners for the intensive and successful days!

The Bled Water Forum is currently leading several international initiatives focused on:
• New frameworks for drinking water quality
• Mineralization and classification profiles
• Source protection and public water excellence
• Advanced certification systems for institutions and facilities offering high-quality drinking water
• Education and development of water sommeliers and water technologies

We strongly believe that the European spa sector – with its deep heritage, scientific knowledge, and operational expertise – represents one of the most advanced real-world applications of mineral and natural waters for health, wellbeing, prevention, and medical tourism. This makes ESPA a natural and essential partner in shaping the future of water standards.

Together, we aim to co-create:
Global quality standards for drinking and spa waters
Classification and mineralization frameworks connecting health, wellness, and public water systems
A new certification system for destinations and facilities offering exceptional drinking and mineral waters across hospitality, spa, medical, and public environments

This cooperation will connect scientific, regulatory, and operational perspectives into a coherent European and global reference framework for water excellence.

Bled Water Forum in June, with a dedicated panel or keynote on:

More information about the Bled Water Forum: https://bledwf.com/

We look forward to shaping the future of water—together.

The ISMH World Congress is one of the most important international scientific meetings in the field of balneology, medical hydrology and climatology. The 48th Congress will bring together clinicians, researchers, academics, and health professionals from around the world to exchange knowledge, present current research, and discuss future directions in medical hydrology and spa medicine.

Organisers are proud to announce that participants from 27 countries have already registered, confirming strong international interest and the global relevance of this Congress.

Main Topics

The Congress will cover a broad range of multidisciplinary topics, including:

• Pain management and healthy ageing
• Balneotherapy in musculoskeletal, neurological, dermatological, metabolic, respiratory, and cardiovascular diseases
• Post-COVID rehabilitation and recovery
• Integrative and complementary medicine
• Balneotherapy in paediatrics
• Peloid therapy and thalassotherapy
• Health resort management and economics
• The Global H₂S Initiative

The scientific program will feature plenary lectures by internationally recognised invited speakers, oral and poster presentations, and thematic sessions designed to encourage discussion and international collaboration.

The Congress will take place in Banja Koviljača, one of the oldest and most renowned spa towns in Serbia, in Southeast Europe, known for its long tradition in medical hydrology and rehabilitation medicine. Scientific and official events will be held at several venues within walking distance, including the historic Kur-Salon, Specialized Rehabilitation Hospital and nearby congress and hotel facilities within the spa complex.

Banja Koviljača is easily accessible via Belgrade Nikola Tesla International Airport (BEG), approximately 120 km away (70-minute drive), with organised transfers available. An alternative option is Tuzla International Airport (TZL), located about 60 km from the venue.

Registration and Participation

The Congress is open to ISMH members and non-members, physicians, researchers, health professionals, and students with an interest in balneology and related disciplines.

Early bird registration is available until February 1st 2026, offering reduced registration fees.

Further information regarding registration, abstract submission, accommodation, and official deadlines is available at the website and by e-mail: ismh@balneologija.rs and www.balneologija.rs/ismh.html.

Mrs. Elisabetta Neri, CEO of Travelux Club and a distinguished speaker at the last European Spas Congress, provided insights into luxury tourism and introduced the prestigious B2B event in Venice, where luxury travel tour operators connect. As part of this ongoing collaboration, the Slovenian Spas Association presented the “Healing Water Initiative“. This initiative, spearheaded by the European Spas Association in 2023 at ITB Berlin, highlights the significance of mineral water in health and wellness. Rich in essential minerals, natural healing waters help replenish electrolytes, support muscle recovery, and improve circulation. Detoxification & Metabolism Boost – Drinking and bathing in mineral-rich waters can enhance detoxification, aid digestion, and optimize metabolic functions.

From March 18 to 22, Slovenian Spas participated in the Travelux Club event at the JW Marriott Venice Resort & Spa. A Water Bar – “Healthy Waters” offered tastings of European mineral water, attracting luxury travel professionals. A special presentation was delivered by Iztok Altbauer, introducing Slovenian Spas & Health Resorts and ESPA members. At the same time, Marko Gajić, co-founder of the Bled Water Festival, emphasized the connection between water and health. A guided water-tasting experience featuring waters from Slovenia, Italy, and Korea was a highlight for journalists and select tour operators.

Following last year’s success, Travelux Club continues to focus on health and well-being. The enthusiastic reception of the Healing Water Initiative reinforces the growing interest in natural healing resources within the luxury travel sector.

Press conference on the topic of health and well-being

On Monday, March 17, the Slovenian Tourist Board’s representative office in Italy, in cooperation with the Slovenian Spas Association, organized a joint press conference on the topic of health and well-being at the Portrait Hotel Milano with a tour of The Longevity Suite Spa.

The press conference was attended by 12 selected top journalists and influencers, to whom Iztok Altbauer, Director of the Slovenian Spas Association, presented the novelties in the offer of Slovenian health and Spa resorts. The participants were also greeted by Aljoša Ota, Head of the Slovenian Tourist Board Representative Office in Italy, who emphasized the proximity of Slovenia and the extremely rich and high-quality offer of Slovenian health resorts, which is certainly at the highest level and at the forefront of prevention and physical and mental well-being, whether it is from the choice of food, healthy waters and activities that bring them into contact with unspoiled nature. The location was chosen because Portrait Milano is the first hotel in the world to host The Longevity Suite, a brand of Biohacking & Antiage, which accompanies guests to achieve the best version of themselves and promotes the perfect balance between health, conscious beauty and mental energy.

For more information:

SLOVENIAN SPAS ASSOCIATION                                
Teharska cesta 40, 3000 Celje
+386 3 544 21 11, ssnz@ssnz.si, www.slovenia-terme.si
Contact person: Iztok Altbauer, Managing Director       

Mineral Waters

Druskininkai’s renowned mineral waters, sourced from the depths of the resort’s boreholes, have been revered for over a century. Flowing at a rate of 32.8 million liters annually, the mineral water from the Grožio šaltinis (Spring of Beauty) is not only served at tables but also forms the foundation for health and beauty treatments across major resort facilities. This salt-rich mineral water is extracted from a borehole exceeding 300 meters in depth, boasting healing properties that strengthen immunity, rejuvenate, relax, and uplift mood. Experience the transformative effects firsthand and immerse yourself in the therapeutic embrace of Druskininkai’s mineral waters.

Mud treatments

Druskininkai’s mud treatments, a harmonious blend of tradition and modern technology, rank among the most sought-after therapies. With benefits ranging from healing and relaxation to improved metabolism and strengthened immunity, these treatments utilize specially prepared mud enriched with minerals and trace elements. Enhance both your beauty and health as you indulge in these exceptional mud treatments, uniquely tailored to invigorate your body and soul.

Pine forests

As Lithuania’s most densely forested resort, Druskininkai boasts lush greenery surrounding the city center and ancient pine forests enveloping the entire area. Embrace the therapeutic wonders of forest therapy, a practice validated by foreign scientists. The centuries-old pine forests offer a natural sanctuary, with the municipality annually planting hundreds of new trees to expand Druskininkai’s green areas. Wander through tens of kilometers of forest paths suitable for walking, cycling, and Nordic walking, and discover the rejuvenating power of nature.

Air therapy

Immerse yourself in oxygen therapy amidst the pristine air of Druskininkai’s pine forests. Beyond the confines of health and beauty centers, the forest air provides essential elements for the body, offering a natural haven for rejuvenation. The town’s clean air, particularly noticeable to visitors from bustling cities, provides an immediate positive effect, especially on children. Druskininkai invites you to relish the exceptional conditions for outdoor activities, enabling you to exercise, relax, and create lasting memories with friends and family in the embrace of fresh, invigorating air.

Druskininkai, a sanctuary of well-being, beckons you to explore the unparalleled harmony of mineral waters, mud treatments, enchanted forests, and revitalizing air therapy. Immerse yourself in nature’s therapeutic embrace, rejuvenate your body and soul, and embark on a transformative journey in the heart of Druskininkai – where wellness meets wonder.

The European Spas & Balneology Congress 2023 officially commenced with an opening ceremony in the legendary Imperial Spa (Kaiserbad) in Karlovy Vary. The event has been taking place for 27 consecutive years. This year, it intertwined three central pillars of the ESPA association: the ESPA Congress, the ESPA Innovation Award and the SPA-CE B2B workshop for spa and wellness tourism.

Esteemed guests have addressed participants at the opening ceremony, including Ivan Bartoš, Minister for Regional Development, Petr Kulhánek, Governor of the Karlovy Vary Region, Andrea Pfeffer Ferklová, Mayor of Karlovy Vary, Thierry Dubois, President of the European Spas Association, Eduard Bláha, President of the Association of Medical Spas of the Czech Republic and Josef Pavlovic, Deputy Minister of Health.

The congress was co-organised by ESPA (European Spas Association), the Region of Karlovy Vary, Medical Spas of the Czech Republic and the Balneology Research Centre of Karlovy Vary. A record-breaking 230 participants from more than 30 countries joined the event.

The official part of the event featuring expert presentations took place between 5-6 October 2023. The central topic of the event was: »The way to a healthy Life«.

Thierry Dubois, President of the European Spas Association, commented: “The interest in attending the ESPA Congress grows yearly. That shows that balenology is gaining prominence. This year, we hosted numerous experts who presented diverse topics from medicine, sustainability, sales, and new health-oriented services, but all emphasised the challenges presented by Europe’s demographics. For this reason, the importance of preventive health treatments will increase.”

For the high-ranking representatives, we would like to express our thanks to Martin Plachý and Eduard Blaha from the Czech Healing Spas Association. This year the European Spa and Balneology Congres were opened by Ivan Bartoš, Minister of Regional Development, and Josef Pavlovic, Deputy Minister of Health. The Innovation Award Gala was welcomed by the Minister of Health, Vlastimil Válek and the Governor of the Karlovy Vary Region, Petr Kulhánek. An important part for the congress and for the industry was the final discussion with the Minister for EU Affairs, with Mr. Drovak and he recieved personally the Karlovy Vary Declaration. One of the impressive reception was in the newly renovated Imperial Spa by Mayor Andrea Pfeffer Ferklová with a very elegant and impressive start for the memorable congress. For the first time the European Spas welcomed the representative of the UNWTO and the fruitful cooperation will continue.

The keynotes were adress the most current challenge about The Aging Population, Opportunities for the Healthcare System by Jakub Hlávka, online media consumption in health-tourism by Karel Kovář, Medicine and prevention in balneology by Richard Češka.

The opening section concentrated on EU Health policy and the potential of the health resorts, new pathways of cooperation. Nina Kušar, Senior Project Specialist Regional Department for Europe World Tourism Organization (UNWTO), gave an overview and possible cross-cutting activities, István Újhelyi MEP EU, Vice President of the TRAN Committee, emphasized the importance of EU4H and prevention, Todorka Kostadinova show the importance of Stakeholder Management, new fields of cooperation on behalf of the European Health Management Association. She opened a new chapter for global medical cooperation, including with the WHO. Sven Aerts, ESPA adviser on EU health policy, made clear what role European spas should play in the EU Long Covid strategy and other EU programs.

The expert medicinal aspect of spas is also one of the main goals of the ESPA association and was at the forefront of the congress. This section was organized by the Balneology research centre of Karlovy Vary, supported by MUDr. Ladislav Špišák. Speakers from all around Europe, including the new chairman of the medical commission of European Spas, Prof. Patrick Carpentier, presented numerous new findings in treating cardiovascular disease, burnout, long-term COVID treatment, climate health resorts and other scientific challenges.

One of the central parts of the event was the meeting of mayors hosted by Karlovy Vary’s proactive mayor, Andrea Pfeffer. Distinguished guests, Petr Kulhánek, Governor of the Karlovy Vary Region, Brigitte Goertz-Meissner, President of the German Spa Association, Georg Steckenbauer, Professor of the Economy in Tourism and Christoph Köstinger, Director of Gasteiner Heilstollen, discussed the economic aspects and multiplicative effects of spa towns. The speakers also showcased good case practices and success factors of health destinations from the charismatic mayor of Baden bei Wien, Stefan Szirucsek and including the positive effects of spa tourism in the Gastein region by Christoph Köstinger.

The marketing panel echoed among the audience and included distinguished guests such as Jan Herget, CEO of Czech Tourism and Barbara Zmrzlikar, Head of the department of the Slovenian Tourist Board. They delved into ever-trending topics of marketing and sales that left a lasting impression on the participants and the online reservation system operators.

Two evening events offered the perfect opportunity for congress attendees to convene with participants of the SPA-CE B2B workshop, where 25 health and Spa resorts from 10 countries meet representatives of 40 tourist agencies and tour operators from 14 countries. SPA-CE B2B workshop was organised in cooperation with Czech Tourism, Toleranca marketing and local hosts.

On Wednesday, 4 October, while on their way to the grand reception at the Imperial Spa, the attendees even broke the local record for group drinking of the healing mineral water, which organisers promote as a »Drinking for health initiative«.

Thursday evening was devoted to the traditional ESPA Innovation Awards, where awards in 8 categories were given to the most innovative heath and Spa resorts, destinations and individuals. The Award ceremony took place in the famous GrandHotel Pupp.

The Friday programme focused on practical topics such as best examples and trends of entrepreneurship in the spa business, new demands in health tourism, role of balneology in physical and mental health prevention and in the parallel section other current medical topics such as burnout, Longevity, holistic approach to healing in spas, concept of the spa therapeutic landscape.

The concluding act of the event was the signing of the »Karlovy Vary declaration«, led by Martin Dvořák, the Minister for European Affairs. A joint declaration was prepared to make an appeal to the elected representatives of the European institutions and to the candidates for the EU Parliament elections to support the medical spa industry and European health destinations, not to underestimate the industry’s therapeutic significance and other benefits, and those who save a lot of money for public health, and not to neglect this in the strategic plans and meetings of stakeholders, and concepts being developed at the level of European institutions.

The programme concluded with expert familiarization trips to Marianske and Františkovy Lazne, both UNESCO World Heritage Sites.

Take a look at the pictures from ESPA Congress 2023:

The European Spas Association (ESPA) is a non-profit organization that brings together 20 European countries that are involved in balneotherapy. ESPA’s main goal has been to promote the use of spa medicine in Europe as a curative and preventive approach using natural remedies, rehabilitation techniques, and lifestyle education to maintain and enhance the health of patients and guests, promote healthy aging, and improve the overall quality of life.

In the next decade, ESPA plans to strengthen its presence in Europe as an essential player in the healthcare industry for managing chronic diseases, some of which have been exacerbated by the consequences of COVID-19, such as respiratory, cardiac, neurological, psychological, and musculoskeletal disorders. ESPA will continue to develop spa wellness and prevention, areas in which spa therapy has been shown to be effective.

As natural treatments become more popular among both healthcare providers and patients, it is important to continue educating and promoting the benefits of spa medicine and prevention using natural remedies. In recent years, people have realized that traditional drug treatments are not always the best solution due to their potential side effects. This has led to a growing interest in natural treatments, and the spa industry and health tourism have been growing at an annual rate of more than 10% worldwide.

The trend in “the new normal” is very promising, but government support is a tough discussion every year due to the economic situation.

“The aim is to convey information that spa medicine and prevention using natural remedies are good investments in the health of our citizens.“

Q: The European Spas Association represents 20 countries. What benefits does ESPA bring to its members?

We provide benefits for our members through the exchange of experiences among different stakeholders, the sharing and development of best practices, and the conduct of medical and economic studies. This allows for the strengthening of spa therapy at the European level. Additionally, ESPA aims to:

• Influence policy in the European Union.
• Promote and improve quality standards in all spas and health resorts within Europe.
• Create positive perceptions about the medical benefits of spa treatments among public authorities, health funds, and medical doctors.

The ESPA Annual Congress is considered a crucial aspect of ESPA’s activities. It serves as a platform for the transfer of knowledge and best practices, and also offers recognition for the most innovative spa products through the ESPA Innovation Awards. Additionally, the congress provides new business opportunities for members. The congress is held annually in a spa town in a member country, and features a diverse range of themes, including medical, economic, marketing, and energy saving, among others. The event features a variety of specialized speakers and the Innovation Awards recognize the most outstanding achievements in Europe and provide motivation for members. Additionally, ESPA has also been organizing B2B events with spa centers and travel agencies for several years, to promote balneotherapy in these cities.

“The ESPA Congress is the main annual highlight for members and professionals”

Q: How important do you consider the annual ESPA Congress to be in terms of transferring knowledge and best practices, as well as providing recognition for innovative spa products through the ESPA Innovation Awards and creating new business opportunities?

The ESPA Annual Congress, which always takes place in a spa town in a member country, is the main annual highlight for members or professionals attending the congress.

The themes are very varied (medical, economic, marketing, energy saving, etc.). Numerous speakers specialised in their field develop current or prospective themes.

The Innovation Award recognizes, in several categories, the most outstanding achievements in Europe and provides a stimulus for members.

For several years, a B to B is realized with professionals of spa centers and travel agencies to favor the promotion of balneotherapy in these cities.

Q: Balneotherapy plays an integral role in preserving good health. How has the perception of balneology changed due to the Covid-19 epidemic?

The Covid-19 pandemic has completely changed the mentality of citizens. The isolation imposed by governments for many months, the teleworking, and the confined life for families in cramped housing, made citizens aware that they had to live differently.  People are moving from big cities to smaller towns, to the countryside, to the seaside, to leave a cramped flat for a house with a garden. Teleworking also encourages this relocation.

Spa therapy, and medical treatment, allows relaxation, and letting go, and many citizens come to our centers, for those who have one near them, regularly to take care of their body, of their minds. For others, they come back to the spa centres once or twice a year. Besides, numerous spa centers have developed programmes adapted to answer the needs of their patients.

“In the coming years, we will welcome more and more patients suffering from mental health problems”

Q: Discussion around mental health is gaining prominence around the world. What is your professional view on the importance of mental health and well-being?

Mental health and well-being are becoming very important issues for our citizens. This is due to the hectic life that is imposed on them because of the speed of new communication tools.

Professional burnout is increasing enormously, and disorders such as fatigue, insomnia, and even anxiety and depression are on the rise. All this has been aggravated by the consequences of Covid-19.

Our citizens are going to take more care of their health, and balneotherapy can answer their new needs by preventing and stays of well-being, in order to offer them a better quality of life in an adapted natural and sustainable environment, free of pollution.

Spa therapy has developed new programs for the treatment of these new pathologies with a strong development. It is certain that in the coming years, we will welcome more and more patients suffering from these pathologies, it is thus necessary to adapt our treatments to these psychosomatic disorders.

Q: What challenges lie ahead for spa and health tourism in the coming year?

The challenge for ESPA and health tourism is to adapt to these new pathologies, and to make this known by promoting them in our own countries, but especially at the European level.

Spa therapy is an effective healthcare tool for a large number of pathologies, without side effects and inexpensive compared to some other treatments.

Let’s promote it and continue its development.

Our organization in France has started a very important study on the ECONOMIC IMPACT of health resorts. In this study we integrate all providers of the spa industry, and this could be a prime example of a comprehensive and realistic measurement of the economic contribution to health tourism in Europe. We would like to prove this essential information about the economic effects of spa destinations and diverse important influences on employment and infrastructure of health resorts in rural areas of Europe with strong facts.

“As you see, the world is changing. Our fellow citizens have adopted a totally different lifestyle, and balneotherapy and health tourism can answer their new needs. This augurs a strong growth recovery.”

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A project also in the name of #peace – this week #ukrainians , #Germans #Croats #Czechs #Hungarians #Georgians #russians #Belarusians #pakistanis #nigerians and #australians worked at one table for a good idea, for the #future and for the promotion of #talent in the #healthtourism and #spa industry. How to create updated courses and how we can integrate our #youth, #skillsdevelopment into the companies.

We work for peace, for young people, for better education, for motivated employers. To give the next generation and #tourism a better #chance #rethinktingtourism #education #universities #work #bavaria

The complexity of developing new health programs in Slovakia, training of professionals, following the medical results by research and thus also convincing decision-makers from health insurance companies and the Ministry of Health is a good example for everyone involved in health tourism.
Treatments in medical #spas that help reduce the suffering of long-term and #postcovid #longcovid patients and even mitigate the risk factors that lead to serious health problems such as: #obesity #prevention and spine schools and many health educational programs.

CONGRATULATIONS to #SLOVAK Spas for the ITB Medical destination Award 2022!!!