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Nuclear Magnetic Resonance (NMR) is a physical phenomenon characteristic of nuclei exposed to a magnetic field

Mental Health First Aid Tips for 2023: as we say goodbye to 2022 and look ahead to 2023, we now have the opportunity to reflect on the past year and refocus and have a fresh start for the upcoming one

Placenta previa (or 'placenta praevia') is one of the obstetrical emergencies of the third trimester of pregnancy, caused by the fact that anatomically the placenta is located near or above the cervical opening, in front of the fetal…

In about 5 months, the RETTmobil exhibition 2023 will open its gates. This is a good moment to tell you how the planning is proceeding

Germany, a revolution in rescue services thanks to virtual ambulance training: Computer Games Technology students set virtual reality in motion

Bone scintigraphy is a diagnostic technique that allows the graphic representation of the distribution of a radioactive substance, previously injected, in an organ or tissue of the body (the substance is called a tracer)

The controversy involving the UK rescue world does not spare firefighters: FBU pillories fire station chiefs, who according to the union do not demand more money for their rescuers because they are less involved in the issue

Fever is a rise in body temperature above normal values and is an ally of the child because it helps eliminate the germs and viruses that are causing it

Needle biopsy is a breast tissue sampling technique used when there is diagnostic doubt regarding structural alterations revealed by previous diagnostic tests

Computed Axial Tomography (CT) is an X-ray examination that allows a virtual image of a patient's internal organs to be displayed

About DAAM: Airway management is a necessary intervention in many patient emergencies — from airway compromise to respiratory failure and cardiac arrest

Hysteroscopy is an endoscopic technique that allows direct visualisation of the cervical canal and uterine cavity

Anxiety is a term widely used to refer to a complex of cognitive, behavioural and physiological reactions that occur as a result of the perception of a stimulus that is deemed threatening and to which we do not feel sufficiently capable of…

Traveller's diarrhoea is one of the most frequent diseases that can occur in those who choose to travel to exotic destinations and developing countries such as, for example, Africa, the Middle East, Asia, Latin America

Panic attacks (also called panic crises) are episodes of sudden, intense fear or a rapid escalation of normally present anxiety

THINPrep is an evolution of the 'classic' Pap Test (Papanicolaou Test), a more sophisticated screening test of the female population against the risk of cervical cancer

The automatic implantable defibrillator (also called ICD from the English Implantable Cardioverter Defibrillator) is a sophisticated device that saves the lives of children with serious heart rhythm disturbances

Medical thermography is a non-invasive technique that makes it possible to highlight and measure the surface temperatures of the human body, using the heat energy emitted by the body through the skin in the form of infrared electromagnetic…

Steatosis is the most common liver disease in children. It can be prevented by not feeding children foods high in fat and sugar and by promoting regular physical activity

The Rorschach test is a well-known reactive instrument for investigating personality. The test is based on the interpretation of Rorschach stains (named after their creator, the Swiss psychologist Hermann Rorschach) by the subjects examined

Von Willebrand Factor is an important protein for blood coagulation. Its deficiency causes Von Willebrand haemorrhagic disease

The pacemaker is an electronic device for restoring the correct heart rhythm in children with arrhythmia and a heart rhythm that is too slow

Brucellosis is transmitted from animals to humans and is now easily treated with the appropriate use of antibiotics. Pasteurisation of milk remains the main means of prevention

Pharyngeal swab the most indicated examination for the diagnosis of bacterial pharyngitis

Landing a plane is a special moment for many travellers. And headaches are undoubtedly one of the most debilitating and frustrating annoyances, especially when the cause is not immediately understood

In which case should the child be rescued? Calling an ambulance or going to the emergency room is a decision that has to be carefully weighed up, since the resources for this are not infinite

The festive season is an opportunity to meet family, friends and acquaintances and to sit down in front of a laid table

Let's talk about jet lag. During a long journey, even crossing three or four time zones, it is extremely likely that the traveller may experience the consequences of jet lag

Fever is a symptom and a clinical sign since it can be detected with a simple thermometer. It is a reaction to an insult (infectious and non-infectious causes) that our body considers harmful and which may be infectious, inflammatory or of…

In the aftermath of the first strike by ambulance workers, following the first strike by UK nurses in 106 years, the tension between government and unions does not seem to be abating. On the contrary

The Antistreptolysin titre (TAS) is the rate of antibodies produced in response to contact with streptococcus

Low or subaxial cervical spine traumas (C3-C7) are caused by traffic or sports accidents, especially in adolescents

The allergological examination consists of a careful assessment of the clinical picture to arrive at the definition of specific therapeutic and preventive measures specific to the individual case

Positron Emission Tomography (PET) is an innovative instrumental investigation that uses radioactive compounds to diagnose abnormalities at the molecular biological level that often precede anatomical alteration

Congenital hip dysplasia is one of the most common orthopaedic malformations, if not the most common, found in paediatric children

Christmas festivities can cause a form of depression called Christmas Blues. The 8 tips for dealing with the sadness and melancholy of Christmas

Acute infectious rhinitis is an infection of the mucous membranes of the nose, which is very common, especially in children

High cervical spine traumas (C0-C1-C2) are caused by falls or road accidents, especially in children under 8 years of age. They may require immobilisation or surgery, even complex surgery

Toxocariasis is a larval infestation transmitted by animals. Although it is widespread throughout the world, it is more frequent in developing countries

Airway and CPR: drug overdoses, sudden injuries, respiratory issues, and myriad other health concerns can trigger cardiac arrest

Coughing is a fairly common symptom; it can be caused by a cold, but also by more serious illnesses. For this reason, especially if it does not pass, it should not be underestimated and it is necessary to refer to a pulmonary specialist who…

Abdominal bloating (popularly known as a bloated belly) is a very common disorder, caused by a variety of factors, such as an unbalanced diet, poor hydration and alcohol abuse

EDM, a leading company in the ambulance outfitting sector, expresses its warmest wishes on the occasion of Christmas 2022

Allergies in children: allergic diseases can occur at any age, from very early childhood. In Italy, in fact, they are among the most common chronic diseases among children and adolescents, with an explosion of cases in the last decade, so…

Coronarography is a diagnostic test whereby the blood flow inside the coronary arteries can be studied using contrast medium and X-rays

Political speculation aside, which we shun like the black plague, the ambulance workers' strike was perfectly successful, and found widespread public solidarity

Urodynamics refers to a series of examinations for the diagnosis of functional disorders of the lower urinary tract. What are the different types of examinations to be performed?

It is the loss of movement of one or both vocal cords. Laryngostroboscopy allows you to observe and record the movements of the vocal cords

An echocardiogram is an instrumental examination that enables a morphological and functional assessment of the heart

Thalassaemia yes, but it is more correct to speak of thalassaemias, which are hereditary blood diseases involving anaemia, i.e. a decrease in the amount of haemoglobin, a protein contained within red blood cells that has the function of…

Before the fall of 2022, most people were not thinking much about respiratory syncytial virus (RSV), even though most children get the illness by age 2, and even adults get the disease

Using drones in emergency situations: the government of Rwanda plans to make almost 2 million instantaneous deliveries with Zipline and fly more than 200 million kilometres autonomously by 2029

Let's talk about otoliths. One is easily left speechless when considering the sophisticated mechanisms that regulate our balance in the ear Sometimes a 'pebble' is enough to upset them and cause annoying vertigo. This is the case with…

Allergies to stinging insects: in Italy, hymenoptera (wasps, polys, hornets, bees) are the insects potentially responsible for severe and sometimes fatal allergic reactions

Single Photon Emission Computed Tomography (SPECT) is a recent diagnostic test that allows computer reconstruction of scintigraphic images relating to the distribution of a radioactive tracer substance introduced in small doses into the…

Very often, in children with Down syndrome, the symptoms of autism can be confused with possible manifestations of the syndrome itself

Palpitations are caused by an increased frequency of the heartbeat. Almost always due to emotional stress, they can however be due to health-threatening arrhythmias

The tuberculin skin test is considered the primary means of screening for tuberculosis (TB) infection

Microcephaly is a condition characterized by a child's head circumference being smaller than that of his or her peers and can be generated by both genetic and environmental causes

The KRAS test is used to identify the type of KRAS gene and, therefore, the state or form of the KRAS protein, whether normal (also called 'wild type') or 'non-normal' (mutated)

Signs of respiratory distress in children, among the symptoms it usually presents with are irregular or rapid breathing, stridor, coughing, nasal fin flapping and cyanosis

The concept of mental contamination, initially studied in the context of the psychological consequences of sexual abuse (Fairbrother & Rachman, 2004), was rapidly extended to obsessive-compulsive disorder, in particular to the fear of…

Staff in the NHS, the Anglo-Saxon national health system, are in the midst of a period of unrest and strikes, and tomorrow it is the turn of ambulance workers

Emergency Expo is proud to host the Ambulance Information Management software "Galileo Ambulanze", designed and developed by Italsi

Transurethral cystoscopy is an endoscopic diagnostic examination performed with an instrument called a cystoscope, which may be rigid or flexible

Intestinal dysbiosis involves a set of symptoms in the intestine that can also involve other organs and systems

Pallister-Killian syndrome is a rare disease. The symptoms are highly variable. Neuromotor and psychic development can be impaired

Lawyer Francesco Rocca resigns from the Red Cross and runs for the centre-right in the Lazio Region

Let's talk about rheumatoid arthritis. From early diagnosis, to therapies that halt the disease's progression and prevent deformities, to the possibility of planning pregnancy: people affected by rheumatoid arthritis in recent years have…

Echocolordoppler of the supra-aortic trunks, also known as the carotid or epiaortic vessels, is a noninvasive diagnostic examination dedicated to the carotid and vertebral arteries, i.e., those arteries whose function is to carry blood to…

When it comes to chronic inflammatory bowel disease, surgery must be considered as a valid therapeutic alternative, subject to evaluation of the clinical condition of the individual patient and within the framework of multidisciplinary…

6 ways to emotionally support someone with depression: depression is a serious yet treatable mental disorder that affects many people from all walks of life

Hoarseness is an alteration of the voice that affects intensity and timbre, with the vocal quality changing to weak, hoarse and harsh

Cardiac catheterisation is defined as a particular technique that involves passing a catheter (flexible probe) through peripheral veins or arteries to reach the heart chambers, coronary arteries, pulmonary artery and veins

The 5p deletion syndrome ('Cri-du Chat' syndrome) is a rare disease. The name of this genetic disorder originates from the fact that in the first months of life, babies have a very faint cry, similar to a meow

Syncope consists of a transient loss of consciousness, often related to conditions of no concern. It is essential to diagnose syncopes of cardiac origin which, if left untreated, can lead to sudden death

Surgical therapy can help in epilepsy to remove or isolate brain areas responsible for seizures

Symptoms of nickel allergy: nickel is an almost ubiquitous heavy metal because it is present, albeit to varying degrees, in so many everyday objects and common foods

Leiomyosarcoma is a soft tissue tumour that mainly affects women and rarely children. Resistant to chemotherapy, surgery is the only treatment

Long QT syndrome is a rare genetic disorder that can cause malignant arrhythmias. Treatment is based on the use of beta-blocker drugs

The Russian army is shelling Kherson at an unsustainable pace and indiscriminately: aid workers are being targeted, and in the past few hours two members of the Ukrainian Red Cross have been killed

Unfortunately, as every year, as the holidays and especially New Year's Eve approach, accidents to the fingers and hands due to the bursting of firecrackers and bangers increase, especially among children and adolescents

Medulloblastoma is a pediatric malignant tumor involving the central nervous system. It is one of the most curable through chemotherapy, radiation therapy, and surgery

The electrocardiogram or ECG is a diagnostic test designed to record the electrical activity of the heart in order to assess its health status and detect various cardiac abnormalities, pathologies or arrhythmias

What is relationship OCD (R Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder)? We can all experience thinking about whether our partner is the right one

Neuronavigation is a tool that makes it possible to reconstruct and represent in real time the area of the brain affected by surgery

Malignant fibrous histiocytoma belongs to the group of soft tissue sarcomas and is rare in persons under 20 years of age. It most commonly occurs in the lower limbs

Rothmund-Thomson syndrome is a very rare skin disease that has been described in around 500 individuals since it was first described in Austria in 1868

Postural orthostatic tachycardia (POTS) is a dysfunction characterized by an exaggerated and sustained increase in heart rate during standing

Climate change and Christmas: it has been observed that reducing one's environmental impact makes people happier

The loop recorder is an implantable device used for the purpose of detecting occasional heart rhythm abnormalities

Craniopharyngioma is a rare tumor that arises in a region rich in nerves and blood vessels

Food allergies are an abnormal response of the immune system to one or more foods or food components

The proctological examination consists of two moments: an interview between patient and proctologist, in which the patient describes all the symptoms for which he or she has decided to consult the specialist, and an external and internal…

What is postpartum obsessive-compulsive disorder? For some parents (mothers and fathers alike), the new parenting condition can trigger postpartum obsessive-compulsive disorder, which is a surprisingly common anxiety disorder that is…

Fire in Lyon: fourteen people injured, four are serious. 170 firefighters and 65 fire trucks were deployed to put out the flames

Speech therapy deals with all activities geared toward the reeducation of children with speech and language disorders

Peripheral arteriopathy is a pathological condition characterized by progressive or acute occlusion of the arteries of the lower extremities by atherosclerotic plaques or emboli

Anterior cruciate ligament injury is common in adolescents, especially following severe distortive knee trauma during sports activities

Relief and Volunteering: the ZOLL Tour was not only a campaign to introduce emergency responders to products dedicated to emergency relief, but also a wonderful opportunity to get to know the "people" who do their best every day to help…