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Study: high blood pressure may accelerate cartilage deterioration in osteoarthritis
Researchers from South Korea have found a link between hypertension and osteoarthritis, mediated by the hormone vasopressin, based on data from over 36,000 individuals and experiments conducted on mice.
Foto ilustrativăEating with company is better for blood sugar levels than dining alone, study shows
A study conducted on 108 participants shows that blood sugar levels rise less and return to normal more quickly when we eat in the company of a loved one, compared to eating alone.
Depression in later life: what a psychiatrist and a psychotherapist say about symptoms and treatment
A psychiatrist and a psychotherapist explain on Prima News TV how depression manifests at an emotional, physical and cognitive level, particularly in elderly people.
Severe Asthma and COPD: Respiratory Diseases Diagnosed Too Late in Romania
Approximately 1 million Romanians have asthma, while 8.3% of the population suffers from COPD. Late diagnosis and inadequate treatment increase the risk of serious complications, including death.
Knee replacement: when orthopaedic surgeons recommend it
Advanced gonarthrosis can lead to pain, stiffness and reduced mobility. Dr. Vladimir Pușcașu explains in which situations knee replacement surgery becomes necessary.
Dental implants in old age: when they can be a solution
Tooth loss affects chewing and speech in elderly people. Dental implants may be a solution, if health conditions and bone density allow.
Coffee and dietary iron: when to drink it so it doesn't affect absorption
Psychonutritionist Gina Tăujan explains to Digi24.ro how the timing of coffee consumption can affect iron absorption from food, particularly in those with low levels of this mineral.
Daily protein requirements based on body weight and signs of insufficient intake
Adults need 0.8–1 g of protein per kg of body weight daily. Insufficient intake leads to fatigue, loss of muscle mass, and brittle hair.
PET-CT PSMA: the investigation that helps detect prostate cancer recurrence
PET-CT PSMA identifies prostate cancer foci based on biological characteristics, making it useful in staging and when recurrence is suspected.
Study: 1 in 8 cancer cases linked to infections. Many can be prevented
IARC Study: 2.3 million new cancer cases in 2024 (12% of the total) were caused by infections. Vaccination and early detection can reduce the risk.
Flu vaccine 2026-2027: what's new, doses for the elderly and who receives it free of charge
The vaccine for this season contains subclade K and a higher dose for those over 60 years of age. People over 65 years of age receive 100% reimbursement.
Foundation Română a Inimii launches the campaign "The 50/2030 Challenge: Cholesterol Under Control!"
The Romanian Heart Foundation has launched the "50/2030 Challenge" campaign, aiming to ensure that by 2030, half of all patients with high cholesterol achieve their therapeutic targets.
World Heart Day: national programme for cholesterol control by 2030
The Romanian Heart Foundation has launched the "50/2030 Challenge", which aims to help half of patients with high cholesterol reach their therapeutic targets.
Why the multidisciplinary team matters in treating heart disease
For complex cardiovascular cases, treatment is determined by a multidisciplinary team of specialists — the Heart Team — who jointly assess the available medicinal, interventional, or surgical options.
Cardiac problems: when to see a doctor and what treatments are available
Fatigue, chest pain, or shortness of breath may signal heart problems. Find out when you need a cardiology consultation or emergency care, and what treatments a multidisciplinary team can offer.
What is the "Heart Team" and why is a team-based cardiac evaluation important
For World Heart Day: how multidisciplinary teams of specialists jointly decide on the most appropriate treatment for complex cardiac conditions.
European Commission Proposes Free Screening for Cholesterol and Blood Pressure
The European Commission is proposing free periodic checks of blood pressure, cholesterol, and blood sugar levels. Cardiovascular diseases kill 1.7 million Europeans per year.
Study: loneliness and social isolation can reduce disease-free life by 6 years
A study of over 270,000 adults shows that isolation and loneliness affect physical health and, in particular, mental health, with differing effects in women and men.
AI Helps Japanese Researchers Discover the Gene That Alters Blood Stem Cells During Ageing
Researchers from Tohoku University have used artificial intelligence to identify Pbx1, a gene involved in the ageing of stem cells that produce blood. The study was published in *Science Advances*.
Mandatory Nutri-Score on food products: over 100,000 signatures in France
A petition in France is calling for the Nutri-Score label (a rating from A to E) to become mandatory on food packaging. In Romania, the system remains voluntary.
How body composition is measured: the DXA Total Body scan
Weight alone doesn't tell you what your body is made of. DXA Total Body precisely measures fat, muscle, and bone mass, with minimal radiation exposure.
Lumbar Disc Herniation with Spinal Canal Stenosis: the Case of a Surgically Treated Patient
A man suffering from severe lower back pain was diagnosed with an L5-S1 disc herniation and spinal canal stenosis. He underwent emergency surgery and was discharged the following day.
Test from tears for detecting brain tumours, developed by a researcher from Manchester
Petra Hamerlik, who lost her father at the age of 15 to a brain tumour, has tested a tear-based detection method with 500 participants. The test may not reach patients for another decade.
Reading for Pleasure Associated with Lower Risk of Cognitive Decline and Dementia
A study from Cambridge shows that reading for pleasure, even just 30 minutes a week, is associated with a lower risk of cognitive decline and dementia.