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Study: diabetes and weight loss drugs like Ozempic linked to hair loss
A study of over 35,000 patients shows a higher risk of hair loss in those taking GLP-1 medications such as Ozempic, Wegovy, or Mounjaro.
Foto ilustrativăVertebral Fracture: What It Is, Why It Occurs and How It Is Treated
Sudden back pain, especially in the context of osteoporosis, may conceal a vertebral fracture. We explain the causes, signs and treatment options.
ChatGPT Increasingly Used as Emotional Support. What Psychologists Say About the Risks
Emotional support has become the most common use of generative AI, according to a Harvard Business Review report. Experts warn that it cannot replace therapy.
How Many Steps a Day Keep Us Healthy? What a Nutritionist Says About Walking
Nutritionist Andrei Panaite explains the benefits of walking and the recommended daily step count, based on age and personal goals.
Foto ilustrativăMalignant Pleural Effusion: How Fluid Accumulates in the Lungs in Oncological Diseases
Malignant pleural effusion refers to the accumulation of fluid around the lung, caused by an oncological condition. Diagnosis and treatment are determined on an individual basis, through specific investigations.
Foto ilustrativăLymphoma: what symptoms should alarm you and how the diagnosis is established
Persistent swollen lymph nodes, fever, night sweats and weight loss may indicate lymphoma. Diagnosis is confirmed through biopsy.
We Live Longer, but Sicker: Global Study Reveals Rise in Years Spent with Health Problems
A global study reveals that life expectancy has reached 73.8 years, yet people spend an average of 14.5% of their lives in poor health. Wealthier countries show the greatest morbidity gaps.
Foto ilustrativăDelaying Dental Implants: How It Erodes the Jawbone, Doctors Explain
A missing untreated tooth leads to bone resorption, shifted neighbouring teeth, and an unbalanced bite. Dentists explain the phenomenon and possible solutions, even after years of delay.
Foto ilustrativăWhy does music calm us? Explanations about its effects on the brain
Nicole Păcuraru explains, on Realitatea medicală, how music influences dopamine, cortisol, heart rate and breathing.
Foto ilustrativăGoitre: what it means when the thyroid gland becomes visibly enlarged in the neck
A swelling at the base of the neck or difficulty swallowing may signal an enlarged thyroid. The causes vary, and diagnosis requires specific investigations.
Study: traffic noise could increase the risk of Parkinson's disease
A Danish study involving over 3 million people links prolonged exposure to traffic noise with a higher risk of Parkinson's disease.
Foto ilustrativăDiphtheria, a serious vaccine-preventable disease: first death in Australia in nearly 10 years
Australia is facing its largest diphtheria outbreak in decades: 245 cases and the first death since 2016 recorded so far, predominantly in remote areas.
Foto ilustrativă10 Simple and Effective Techniques to Keep Anxiety Under Control
Controlled breathing, movement, mindfulness, and other psychology-validated methods can reduce everyday anxiety without radical changes to your routine.
"Storm Asthma": the respiratory phenomenon that can affect even children without a diagnosed asthma condition
Doctors in Timișoara are warning about "thunderstorm asthma", a respiratory crisis triggered by pollen, humidity and strong winds during summer storms.
Foto ilustrativăTwo Doctors from Iași Sent to Trial: 185 Patients Allegedly Received Devices from Deceased Individuals
Former senior physician Dan Tesloianu and his colleague Belu Eduard are accused of over 200 counts of misconduct in office. The hospital is seeking damages of over 2,000,000 RON.
Foto ilustrativăOesophageal pH-metry: the investigation that clarifies gastro-oesophageal reflux
When reflux symptoms (heartburn, regurgitation, persistent cough) are inconclusive, oesophageal pH monitoring measures acidity in the oesophagus over a 24-hour period.
Foto ilustrativăLung and renal cancer discovered during a routine check-up: the story of a 67-year-old patient
Filip, 67, has undergone three major operations after routine check-ups revealed lung cancer, then kidney cancer, and later a tumour recurrence that required surgical treatment.
Mobile phones can damage your hands: how to prevent arthritis and carpal tunnel syndrome
Excessive smartphone use can cause hand pain, carpal tunnel syndrome or arthritis. Doctors recommend exercises and simple changes in the way devices are used.
Foto ilustrativăSummer allergies: how to recognise them and how to tell them apart from a cold
Dr Petruțescu Brîndușa, allergist, explains the most common allergies during the warm season, their symptoms, and how to tell them apart from a common cold.
Foto ilustrativăMedicinal plants harvested in July: benefits, consumption methods and precautions
Mint, lavender, St. John's wort, marigold, thyme and chamomile are best harvested in July. Psychonutritionist Gina Tăujan explains the benefits and risks of each plant.
West Nile Virus: three confirmed cases, one fatal. Doctor: "Do not neglect mosquito bites"
Doctor Tudor Ciuhodaru reports three cases of West Nile virus infection, one of which resulted in the patient's death, and warns of a possible rise in the number of cases.
Foto ilustrativăWest Nile Virus Claims a Patient's Life in Romania. Two Further Cases Confirmed in July
INSP has reported 3 cases of West Nile virus infection in Romania, between 3 June and 16 July 2026, with one death. Two of the patients are aged between 70 and 79.
Foto ilustrativăDehydration in seniors: why you shouldn't wait until you feel thirsty
The sensation of thirst occurs when dehydration has already begun. Doctors recommend 1.5–3 litres of fluids daily, especially in summer, with elderly people being a particularly at-risk group.
Foto ilustrativăWhy Correct Breathing Matters for Your Health
The programme "Realitatea medicală" with Nicole Păcuraru explores the connection between breathing patterns and wellbeing, featuring a simple exercise to practise.