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Endoscopic Polypectomy: How It Prevents Colorectal Cancer
Endoscopic polypectomy, performed during colonoscopy, removes colonic polyps before they become malignant, explains a gastroenterologist from SANADOR.
Foto ilustrativăHow to Drain Bile When the Bile Ducts Are Blocked
Blockage of the bile ducts can cause jaundice, itching, and dark-coloured urine. Percutaneous biliary stenting is a procedure that restores the flow of bile to the intestine.
Tea and heart health: how often, what type and how hot you drink it all matters
A study conducted on nearly 486,000 adults in China shows that regularly drinking tea reduces cardiovascular risk, however consuming it at very high temperatures increases that risk by 16%.
Avocado: benefits for heart health and digestion, but also situations in which it should be consumed with caution
Dr. Andra Neacșu explains the benefits of avocado for heart health, digestion and eyesight, as well as who should be cautious about consumption: people on a diet, those taking anticoagulants, or those with an allergy.
Rogobete: 65,000 doses of flu vaccine distributed by Thursday evening
The Minister of Health announces 65,000 doses of flu vaccine distributed by Thursday evening, with an additional 110,000 to follow next week, at national level.
Rogobete: 175,000 doses of flu vaccine to be distributed, on-call pay to increase progressively
The Minister of Health announces 175,000 doses of flu vaccine to be distributed in two batches and calls for the progressive payment of doctors' on-call shifts.
Foto ilustrativăWhat Foods Help Memory and Concentration, According to Doctors
Medical nutritionists explain the role of walnuts, salmon, spinach, blueberries, and eggs in supporting brain health, alongside sleep, exercise, and stress management.
Christina Applegate says her multiple sclerosis diagnosis was wrong
The actress, publicly diagnosed in 2021, says her doctor now claims she does not have multiple sclerosis, although her symptoms remain unchanged.
Foto ilustrativăRobotic Surgery in Urology: Greater Precision for Prostate, Kidney and Bladder Operations
Robotic surgery offers increased precision in urological procedures such as radical prostatectomy or partial nephrectomy, with benefits for patient recovery.
Artificial intelligence can estimate cancer survival chances from a selfie
Specialists from Mass General Brigham have developed an AI tool that estimates biological age and predicts cancer survival from a single facial photograph, trained on over 40 million images.
Foto ilustrativăFlu vaccines delayed: over 350,000 doses to reach pharmacies by the end of the week
The head of the Medicines Agency explains the delay in flu vaccine deliveries: the WHO established the vaccine composition one month later than usual. The remaining doses will arrive by December.
Cardiopulmonary Exercise Testing (CPET): What It Reveals About the Heart and Lungs
CPET simultaneously measures heart and lung function during treadmill exercise, helping to identify the causes of fatigue or breathing difficulties during exertion.
At 86, Two Serious Cardiovascular Conditions Discovered by Chance
Dinu, 86 years old, was diagnosed with abdominal aortic aneurysm and severe coronary artery disease. He underwent two minimally invasive procedures at SANADOR Clinical Hospital, with a favourable outcome.
What is the ideal sleep duration? Researchers have calculated it precisely, in hours and minutes
A study of over 23,000 adults shows that the optimal sleep duration is 7 hours and 19 minutes per night. Both too little and too much sleep can affect insulin sensitivity.
Late-night eating linked to increased risk of fatty liver disease and cirrhosis, study shows
A study of nearly 200,000 Americans shows that eating late-night meals increases the relative risk of liver disease, including fatty liver and cirrhosis, by 20–30%.
The heart has its own "mini-brain": what a recent study has discovered about its neuronal network
A study on mice, published in Cell, shows that the heart's intrinsic cardiac nervous system (ICNS), comprising approximately 40,000 neurons, actively regulates cardiac function rather than merely relaying signals from the brain.
Mihaela Bilic: why we eat in the evening and when it becomes a problem
Nutritionist Mihaela Bilic explains why eating in the evening is normal, but warns when it becomes a compulsive mechanism for avoiding emotions.
A 30-minute warm bath could lower blood pressure more than moderate exercise
A study shows that 30 minutes of hot bathing (40°C) reduces blood pressure more than 30 minutes of moderate-intensity cycling.
Artificial intelligence could predict headaches 24 hours in advance
A study by NTNU shows that AI can predict persistent headaches and fatigue following concussion up to 24 hours in advance, based on physiological signals.
Foto ilustrativăMigraine: how to recognise it and how it differs from an ordinary headache
A neurologist explains the symptoms of migraine, its triggers, diagnostic methods, and available treatment options.
Losing a loved one increases the risk of heart attack 21 times in the first 24 hours
A study on nearly 2,000 patients shows that the risk of heart attack is 21 times higher in the first day following bereavement. A cardiologist explains the mechanism and warning signs.
Can protein drinks replace a meal? What a nutritionist says
More and more people are replacing meals with protein shakes, a trend known as "protein maxxing". A dietitian explains the advantages and risks of this practice.
What happens in the body during deep sleep: the connection between the brain, muscles and fat
Researchers at UC Berkeley have discovered the brain circuit that controls growth hormone during sleep, with effects on muscles, bones and fat metabolism.
Insufficient flu vaccines in pharmacies as the flu season gets off to an early start
INSP has confirmed the first flu-related death of the season. Vaccine stocks have been depleted rapidly, and doctors are explaining the difference between a viral infection and influenza.