Travel health risks in adults over 60 years of age: insights from the +Redivi network in Spain

BACKGROUND: The growing number of international travellers aged ≥60 years reflects global demographic changes and improved life expectancy. However, this group faces specific health risks due to age-related physiological changes and comorbidities, which may influence the presentation and management of travel-related illnesses. This study aimed to describe the epidemiological and clinical characteristics of imported diseases amongst older travellers compared with younger adults in Spain. METHODS: A retrospective observational study was conducted using data from the Spanish National Network (+Redivi). We analysed records of travellers who sought medical care after returning to Spain between January 2011 and December 2023 in six different centres. Demographic data, travel history and final diagnoses were compared between individuals aged ≥60 years and those