AI reveals the secrets of the autistic brain

An algorithm was found that can detect the characteristics of the brain of autistic people Artificial intelligence revolutionizes the understanding of autism. Scientists have been able to develop an algorithm that can "read" MRI images and…

Vitamin D: benefits beyond bones

Its ability to influence a wide range of biological functions makes it a real "pleiotropic hormone" Vitamin D, often associated with bone health and childhood rickets, is a multifaceted nutrient that has profound impacts on many aspects of…

WHO Alert: fewer adolescents use condoms

Only 60% of 15-year-olds report using condoms, down from 70% in 2014 The World Health Organisation (WHO) has issued an alarm: over the last ten years, condom use among European adolescents has dropped dramatically. Only 60% of 15-year-olds…

Light, a valuable ally against Alzheimer’s

One of the symptoms of Alzheimer’s is the alteration of the sleep-wake rhythm, "light therapy" solves this problem One of the most common symptoms of Alzheimer’s is altered sleep-wake rhythm, which manifests itself in insomnia, daytime…

Brain ages in five ways: a new discovery

New light on the aging process of our body, five ways in which our brain ages Aging is a natural and inevitable process that involves every organ of our body, including the brain. In recent years, thanks to advances in medical technology…

New surveys on diet and type 1 diabetes

Possible link between some common foods and the development of type 1 diabetes in children A recent Finnish study has put the spotlight on a possible link between some common foods and the development of type 1 diabetes in children.…

New anti-obesity ally: amicretina arrives

New study presents a tool to determine the need for coronary angioplasty through AI The battle against obesity may have found a new ally. Amicretina, an experimental pill developed by Novo Nordisk, has shown promising results in a phase I…

The return of cholera: a global threat

Recent WHO data show an alarming increase in cholera cases and deaths, especially in Africa Cholera, an acute infectious disease caused by the bacterium Vibrio cholerae, is returning to many parts of the world. This epidemic, which…

Energy drinks in focus for heart risks

Recent study suggests link between energy drink consumption and sudden cardiac arrest Energy drinks, so loved by young people, have been under the magnifying glass of cardiologists. A recent study, published in the journal Heart Rhythm,…

"We save lives": an appeal to future doctors

Ministry of Health presents new campaign to increase adherence to emergency and emergency medicine Every day, thousands of Italians in danger of death or seeking timely care, cross the threshold of first aid; only in 2023 were recorded…

REAS 2024: Your mission starts here!

An unmissable appointment for professional updating, from 4 to 6 October in Montichiari (Brescia) The summer that is coming to an end has reminded us how crucial it is to be prepared for emergencies. Forest fires have become an…

Floods in Thailand: 22 dead in 10 days

Monsoon rains plague Thailand. Devastating floods put emergency teams to the test The heavy monsoon rains that are hitting Thailand have unleashed devastating floods, putting a strain on emergency response capabilities. Over 30,000…

Turkey in flames: a national emergency

Fire fighters are engaged in a relentless fight against the flames, supported by air and land Turkey is facing one of the worst fire waves in recent years. For days, vast stretches of national territory, particularly in the west of the…

"vegetative" patients may have some awareness

Patients in vegetative state may be able to think and aware of the surrounding environment For decades, the condition of vegetative patients has been shrouded in mystery. Considered unconscious, trapped in bodies that do not respond, these…

Cancer deaths up 93%: men in the crosshairs

Increase of 84% in new cases and 93% in deaths globally, with a significant impact on men over 65 A recent study casts a worrying shadow on the future of men’s health, predicting a dramatic increase in cancer cases and deaths by 2050. The…

New respiratory disease vaccine in Scotland

Vaccination against respiratory syncytial virus, a major cause of hospital admissions for infants and the elderly Scotland has taken a significant step in the fight against respiratory diseases with the introduction of a new respiratory…

Forest fire alert: Italy under pressure

23 requests for aerial intervention to tame the flames threatening forests, countryside and dwellings The heat wave that is sweeping Italy has triggered an unprecedented fire alarm. On the 11th of August alone, the fire brigade received 23…

Weather Alert: Prepare for an Emergency

Civil protection has issued a high critical weather alert, especially in the northern regions A wave of bad weather is hitting our country, requiring careful preparation by all, especially the rescuers and emergency workers. The Civil…

Tragedy in Pesaro: a day of relief

Three interventions in a few hours: one death and two rescues A day of routine administration has turned into a race against time for the rescuers of Pesaro. Three separate interventions in a few hours have put to the test the operational…

The first bionic leg controlled by the brain

Researchers have created an interface that directly connects the prosthesis to the patient’s nervous system A landmark for rehabilitation medicine. Research by a group of researchers from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT), in…

Salvia Haenkei: new weapon against aging

A team of researchers has discovered a potential anti-aging weapon. Salvia Haenkei is a plant that can reduce the cells responsible for aging From the University of Padova and the Veneto Institute of Molecular Medicine comes a…

Forest fires: preventing them and fighting them

With the hot season and the arrival of increasingly higher temperatures, the threat of forest fires returns; vegetation and wildlife at serious risk as well as the civilian population As rescue workers, we know how forest fires pose a dire…