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Calf pain when walking may signal poor circulation
Calf pain that occurs during walking and subsides with rest may be a sign of peripheral arterial disease, a circulatory condition affecting the lower limbs.
When Is Coronary Revascularisation Needed? Dr. Lucian Câlmâc Explains
Dr. Lucian Câlmâc, a physician at NORD Pipera Hospital, explains why the heart's arteries narrow and when a stent or bypass is needed to restore blood circulation.
Foto ilustrativăDEXA, the investigation that shows the risk of osteoporosis and fractures in advance
Osteoporosis causes no pain and may only be discovered after a fracture. DEXA osteodensitometry measures bone density and helps estimate the risk of fractures.
Romanian Doctor: The Mediterranean Diet – a "medicine" for Romanians in Italy, but with hidden pitfalls
Doctor Alexandru Nechifor draws attention to the pitfalls of the Mediterranean diet praised by Romanians living in Italy, explaining the difference between authentic recipes and what actually ends up on the plate.
Iliac Artery Aneurysm Treated Minimally Invasively in a 70-Year-Old Patient
A 70-year-old man, incidentally discovered to have an iliac artery aneurysm, was treated with stent angioplasty at SANADOR, without the need for conventional surgery.
Prostate cancer diagnosed with difficulty: 67-year-old patient treated through robotic surgery
Tiberiu, aged 67, had elevated PSA levels, but his prostate cancer diagnosis was only confirmed at the fourth biopsy. He underwent robotic surgery at SANADOR, with a favourable recovery at the two-year mark.
Rogobete: 119,000 Women Targeted for Screening at the Oncology Institute in Cluj-Napoca
The Minister of Health visited the mobile breast cancer screening caravan of the Oncology Institute in Cluj-Napoca, where 119,000 women are targeted by this prevention project.
Bruce Willis's family has decided to donate his brain to science for dementia research
The actor's family, including Demi Moore and Emma Heming, will donate Bruce Willis's brain to science, for research into the frontotemporal dementia he is suffering from.
New thresholds for blood tests in individuals with Duffy-null genetic status
ASH has established the first reference intervals for white blood cells in individuals with Duffy-null status, to prevent misdiagnoses of neutropenia and the unjustified discontinuation of treatments.
Why Dark Circles Appear Even After Enough Sleep: Causes, Types and Solutions
Dermatologist Cristina Soare explains why dark circles appear, when they may be a sign of thyroid, kidney or renal disease or anaemia, and what preventive measures and treatments are available.
Five sleep habits recommended by experts for a longer life
Experts show that 7–8 hours of sleep and a regular bedtime routine can reduce the risk of mortality and support long-term health.
Researchers have created a "mini lens" in the laboratory that could help in the fight against cataracts
Scientists have created a mini lens resembling the human crystalline lens from stem cells, marking an important step towards understanding and treating cataracts, which affect 94 million people.
Indoor air can be more polluted than outdoor air: causes and simple solutions
Studies show that indoor air can have pollutant concentrations 2–5 times higher than outdoors. The elderly, children, and people with respiratory conditions are the most at risk.
Why Liver and Pancreas Operations Are Complex
Extensive tumours or lesions of the liver, bile ducts, and pancreas may require complex surgical procedures, explains Prof. Dr. Vlad Brașoveanu from SANADOR.
Vertebral Displacement and Its Effects on Mobility
Back pain that worsens when walking or standing may be caused by the displacement of a vertebra, affecting spinal stability and the space around the nerves.
Four psychiatry organisations warn of medicine shortages in pharmacies
Four psychiatry associations are calling on the Ministry of Health, ANMDMR, and CNAS to take urgent measures, after patients can no longer find their prescribed treatments in pharmacies.
Foto ilustrativăMitral Stenosis: When the Narrowing of a Heart Valve Causes Fatigue and Shortness of Breath
Mitral stenosis narrows the valve between the left atrium and ventricle, causing fatigue, shortness of breath, and palpitations. The diagnosis is established by echocardiography.
Dilated veins in the legs: what is their connection to pain and swelling of the calves
Varicose veins are not merely a cosmetic concern: they can cause heaviness, pain, and swelling in the calves. Doppler ultrasound and minimally invasive treatments can help.
Does Death Hurt? What Research Shows About the Final Moments of Life
Medical studies show that many patients gradually lose consciousness and do not experience intense pain at the end, although the illnesses that lead to death can cause suffering.
Lung cancer: the care pathway reimbursed by CNAS, from diagnosis to treatment
CNAS has published a guide outlining the complete pathway for lung cancer patients: unlimited investigations, diagnosis within 28 days, and reimbursed treatment.
VSR in the cold season: increased risk for the elderly and babies, doctors recommend vaccination
The Romanian Society of Pneumology warns about the risks of RSV: over 5,500 elderly people and over 5,100 infants under 6 months are hospitalised annually in Romania. Doctors recommend vaccination.
Vaccines of the future: needle-free, personalised and developed with the help of artificial intelligence
Marco Cavaleri (EMA) describes patch vaccines, nasal sprays, personalised immunisation and mRNA-based cancer treatments, all at various stages of research.
Respiratory infections on the rise in Sibiu: 441 pneumonia cases in one week
In Sibiu, 441 cases of pneumonia were reported in a single week. Doctors are warning about the risks for elderly people and recommending flu vaccination.
How you drink your tea may affect your heart: what a study of nearly 500,000 people reveals
A Chinese study of 485,934 people links regular tea consumption to an 11% lower risk of cardiovascular disease, though drinking tea hot increases the risk.