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June 2024

Recent Innovations in Oncology

Personalized Cancer Therapies One of the most promising advances in cancer treatment is the development of personalized therapies. These therapies will utilize mRNA-based vaccines, similar to those used in COVID-19 vaccines, to combat…

The Emergency Health System in the Amazon

Unique Context and Specific Challenges Due to its vast territory and dense rainforest, the Amazon presents unprecedented challenges for the emergency healthcare system. The area has a low population density, often accessible only by boat…

Medical pioneers: women physicians in antiquity

Historical Figures Who Broke Barriers and Left a Lasting Mark in Medicine Merit-Ptah: The First Female Physician Merit-Ptah is often mentioned as the first female physician known by name in history. She lived around 2700 BC in ancient…

The History of the 911 Emergency Number

Origins of the 911 Number The emergency number 911, known in the United States as the universal number for emergencies, has its origins in the 1960s. Before 911, there wasn't a single number that anyone in distress could call, which led…

Hepatectomy: Surgical Removal of the Liver

What is Hepatectomy? Hepatectomy is a surgical operation that involves the total or partial removal of the liver. It may be necessary to treat various medical conditions such as liver tumors, metastases from other cancers, traumatic…

Adenomatosis: Understanding a Complex Condition

An Intricate World of Adenomatous Polyps Adenomatosis occurs when numerous adenomatous polyps form within the body. Adenomatous polyps are benign glandular tumors. They can arise in various organs, but are most common in the colon. These…

Four focal themes for Interschutz

At the center of attention will be climate change, civil protection, artificial intelligence, and sustainability. We are halfway through the journey leading up to INTERSCHUTZ, scheduled in Hannover from June 1st to June 6th, 2026. The next…

How mine accident rescue works

The complexity of rescue operations Rescue operations following mining accidents represent some of the most dangerous and complex rescue challenges. Coordination, advanced technologies, and specialized skills are essential to overcome…