A 12-year-old Romanian boy underwent brain surgery in Iași, in semi-darkness, for a giant 10-centimeter tumor. This is the first time in Romania that an innovative substance has been used.…
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Scientists' Warning: Possible Link Between Tattoos and a Type of Cancer
Current knowledge about the long-term effects on health of permanent tattoos is limited, and there isn’t much research in this field. However, a new study conducted in Sweden comes with…
A milk-based gel could reduce the harmful effects of alcohol
Swiss researchers have developed a milk-based gel that has the ability to break down alcohol in the gastrointestinal system without affecting the liver. The gel created by scientists from ETH…
The burnout rate among Romanian doctors is 36%. 80% are afraid of malpractice
The President of the College of Physicians in Romania, Prof. Univ. Dr. Daniel Coriu, presented the data of a sociological study which shows that 34-36 percent of doctors are experiencing…
A genetic link has been found between inflammatory bowel disease and Parkinson's
American scientists have discovered genetic links between inflammatory bowel disease and Parkinson’s. The discovery is important as it could lead to new treatments and common therapeutic strategies to target both…
Alarming increase in the number of pertussis cases
Doctors in Timișoara, Romania, sound the alarm regarding the numerous cases of whooping cough, or pertussis, as it is popularly known. Only in Timișoara, 24 cases have been detected, the…
How climbing stairs helps your health
A recent study has shown that such a simple activity as climbing stairs significantly reduces the risk of mortality from cardiovascular diseases. The research, conducted in the United Kingdom, is…
How light affects the brain. How to improve your cognitive function
A new study conducted in Belgium shows that bright light can have a significant impact on brain function. Researchers have found that exposure to high levels of light can improve…
How to Deal with Loneliness: The Best Advice from an Expert
Most people do everything possible to avoid feeling lonely. However, a British researcher is actively seeking it and says there is only one effective way to confront it. Sam Carr…
Doctor: Lately, many patients under 50 develop severe forms of cancer
In recent times, there have been more and more severe cases of cancer in young people, up to the age of 50, says Dr. Mircea Savu, a specialist in radiotherapy…
The best nutrient that fights dementia: Where do we get it
There is no magic formula for preventing dementia. However, several studies have shown that certain nutrients can help prevent the deterioration of cognitive functions as we age. Three types of…
Doctor: What is the best bread and how many fibers should we eat per day
The best bread is the one made with sourdough, but be careful with the sourdough bread from supermarkets, with an extended shelf life, as it contains additives. The advice and…
4 sources of energy that should not be missing from your diet
Sleep is the most efficient way to recharge our „battery,” but there are also some foods that experts say can give us more energy. Approximately 20% of the United States…
The eyes can predict dementia up to 12 years before diagnosis
Our eyes can provide valuable information about brain health. Researchers have found that eye problems can serve as early indicators of cognitive decline and may predict dementia years before it…
The human brain expands from one generation to the next, and this tells us something about the cases of dementia in the future
The size of the human brain has increased over time. A recent study shows that it has significantly enlarged in the last decades, which means that cases of dementia will…
The Connection Between Owning Cats and Schizophrenia
An analysis of studies conducted in various countries over the past 40 years brings to light an association between owning cats until the age of 25 and an increased risk…