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Safety is the first pillar of a good life for emergency professionals, rescuers and Fire Fighters. We are operating in a complex and hard environment. Risk prevention and improving working conditions are fundamental for better health and life.
Heart Valve Alteration: Mitral Valve Prolapse Syndrome
Mitral valve prolapse syndrome is a condition characterised by the alteration of one of the heart valves, the mitral valve
Safety at work: types of personal protective equipment (PPE) and how to use them
Personal protective equipment (PPE) is addressed in specific standards for many industries. When appropriately used, PPE acts as a barrier between infectious materials such as viral and bacterial contaminants and your skin, mouth, nose, or…
Paediatric respiratory tract diseases: streptococcal infections
Streptococcal infections are caused by several strains of bacteria – the most common are streptococcus A and streptococcus B
Rebound effect: when it is linked to psychotropic drugs
'Rebound effect': this is a phenomenon that occurs following the abrupt discontinuation of a psychotropic drug and leads to significant negative consequences, including the return and flare-up of the original symptom
Cartilage injuries: chondropathy
'Chondropathy' is a generic term for any cartilage lesion. Frequently, these are inflammatory or post-traumatic changes
Symptoms of appendicitis: when to seek Emergency Care
The appendix is a pouch-like organ that sits in the lower right side of your belly. Appendicitis describes an inflamed or infected appendix
Coccygodynia: definition, symptoms, diagnosis and treatment
Coccygodynia is a medical condition affecting the pelvis, particularly the coccyx, characterised by the presence of pain (frequently caused by inflammation) of the sacral area
Heart rate disorders: bradyarrhythmia
The term bradyarrhythmia is used to define heart rate disorders characterized by a reduction in heart rate
What is an amniotomy?
Amniotomy or artificial rupture of the membranes (AROM) is when a healthcare provider intentionally breaks a pregnant person’s amniotic sac
Top 5 warning signs of diabetes
Diabetes warning signs should be taken seriously as soon as you notice them. Diabetes is a serious condition that can lead to future life-threatening health problems if left untreated