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Eight grandmothers in their 80s, ready to make history at a rowing regatta in the USA
Eight female athletes with an average age of 80 will form the first all-octogenarian women's crew at the Head of the Charles regatta, raising questions about the true limits of ageing.
Foto ilustrativăHow a Woman's Body Changes Hormonally with Age: Signs That Require Medical Attention
A gynaecologist explains the hormonal stages of a woman's life, from puberty to menopause, and which symptoms require medical evaluation.
Microplastics in tap water can be reduced through boiling and filtering, a study shows
A Chinese study shows that boiling tap water, followed by filtering it through a tea strainer, can remove up to 90% of microplastics, particularly in hard water.
Over 350,000 doses of flu vaccine to arrive in pharmacies next week
The Ministry of Health announces the second batch of flu vaccines: over 350,000 doses next week, plus 250,000 by the end of October.
First flu death of this season confirmed in Romania. INSP Announcement
INSP has confirmed the first influenza-related death of this season: a 65-year-old man from Cluj, unvaccinated. A total of 82,363 respiratory infection cases were reported in a single week.
First influenza-related death of this season confirmed by INSP: unvaccinated man from Cluj
INSP has announced the first flu-related death of the season: a man aged over 65 from Cluj, with pre-existing conditions, unvaccinated against influenza, confirmed with influenza type A virus.
Partial Nephrectomy: The Operation That Treats Kidney Tumours and Preserves the Kidney
Partial nephrectomy removes the kidney tumour and a small margin of tissue, preserving the remainder of the kidney, with outcomes comparable to complete removal of the organ.
Time spent in nature could improve one's relationship with food, a British study suggests
A study of 500 adults in the United Kingdom links contact with nature to intuitive eating, through improved body image and self-compassion.
What a liver operation involves: preparation and recovery
A surgeon explains the stages before and after a liver operation: tests, investigations, pre-anaesthetic consultation, and the recovery period.
Cardiac MRI: the investigation that provides detailed images of the heart
When echocardiography doesn't provide all the answers, cardiac MRI analyses the structure and function of the heart without ionising radiation.
Chronic insomnia linked to higher risk of stroke, dementia and hospitalisation, shows study of 1.3 million people
Study on over 1.3 million people links chronic insomnia to increased risk of stroke, hospitalisation, dementia and depression. The risks are moderate and insomnia can be treated, say researchers.
Irritable Bowel Syndrome: Abdominal Pain and Altered Bowel Habits
Recurring abdominal pain, constipation or diarrhoea may be signs of irritable bowel syndrome, even when investigations show no intestinal damage.
He Survived Colon Cancer Three Times. He Hid the First Sign for Years
Danielle Ripley-Burgess first experienced symptoms at the age of 14, but kept them to herself. She was diagnosed with colon cancer three times, at 17, 25, and 39 years old, having been found to have Lynch syndrome.
DXA Osteodensitometry: how bone density and fracture risk are assessed
Osteoporosis can develop without any symptoms. The DXA scan measures bone density in the spine and hip, quickly and with minimal radiation.
Chronic inflammation can damage the heart before symptoms appear, shows a study of 488,000 people
Study on nearly 500,000 people: chronic inflammation alters the heart before symptoms appear. Genes, smoking and social factors increase the risk.
Hepatitis A in Constanța: 23 outbreaks, 130 cases, under DSP monitoring
DSP Constanța reports 23 active hepatitis A outbreaks and 130 cases, within the bounds of previous years. The vaccine is not included in the national immunisation schedule and is not free of charge.
Groin swelling: what it could indicate
A groin swelling, more noticeable when coughing or straining, may indicate an inguinal hernia. The definitive treatment is surgical, usually minimally invasive.
Foto ilustrativăGPs warn: flu vaccination should not be delayed
SNMF recommends timely vaccination, especially for the elderly and those with chronic conditions. Only 6.9% of Romanians were vaccinated in the last season.
GPs recommend flu vaccination before the epidemic spreads
SNMF urges Romanians to get their flu vaccination now. Only 6.9% of the population was immunised last season, well below the WHO target of 75%.
Depression in the elderly, mistaken for ageing: what signs to look out for
Depression affects 5.4% of people over 70, compared to 5.2% of adults in general, but in older people the symptoms can be mistaken for signs of ageing, doctors warn.
Dry skin in autumn: causes, affected areas and when to see a dermatologist
A dermatologist explains why skin becomes dry in autumn, how it differs from eczema, and what measures help restore the skin barrier.
Ozone pollution affects half of Europe's population: Dr. Beatrice Mahler explains the link with asthma
A Copernicus report reveals that 45% of Europe's population was exposed this year to very high ozone levels. Dr. Beatrice Mahler explains the effects on respiratory and cardiovascular health.
Over 80,000 cases of respiratory infections in one week. First cases of flu have emerged
INSP reported 80,193 respiratory infections and 210 cases of clinical influenza in the first surveillance week of the 2026–2027 season, along with 7 SARI cases.
Forgetfulness in Old Age: What's Normal and When to Visit PROMEMORIA for a Check-up
Guide on the difference between normal forgetfulness and signs that require specialist evaluation, with details about the PROMEMORIA centre in Bucharest.