Yearly Archives

2024

Neglected tropical diseases in Europe: a growing problem

From Climate Change to Immigration: Factors Bringing Neglected Tropical Diseases to Europe Neglected Tropical Diseases (NTDs) Neglected Tropical Diseases (NTDs) are becoming increasingly common in Europe, largely due to immigration from…

Medical breakthroughs for women's health

Exploring the Latest Innovations in Women's Health Care Technological Advancements and Personalized Care In recent years, women's health has benefited from significant advancements, especially in the realm of personalized medicine.…

What is hyperinsulinemia? Risk factors and prevention

An in-depth analysis of causes, symptoms, and coping strategies for this increasingly common disorder What is hyperinsulinemia and what are its causes Hyperinsulinemia is characterized by abnormally high levels of insulin in the blood,…

Microscopic revolution: the birth of modern pathology

From Macroscopic View to Cellular Revelations Origins of Microscopic Pathology Modern pathology, as we know it today, owes much to the work of Rudolf Virchow, generally recognized as the father of microscopic pathology. Born in 1821,…

Elizabeth Blackwell: a pioneer in medicine

The Incredible Journey of the First Female Doctor The Beginning of a Revolution Elizabeth Blackwell, born on February 3, 1821, in Bristol, England, moved to the United States with her family in 1832, settling in Cincinnati, Ohio. After…

Unlocking the secrets of prehistoric medicine

A Journey Through Time to Discover the Origins of Medicine Prehistoric Surgery In prehistoric times, surgery was not an abstract concept but a tangible and often life-saving reality. Trepanation, performed as early as 5000 BC in regions…

Chemotherapy: what it is and what it is used for

Historical Evolution and Modern Applications of Chemotherapy Origins and Historical Development The history of chemotherapy begins in the late 19th century with the research of Paul Ehrlich and other scientists. Ehrlich, in particular,…