Choking, what to do in first aid: some guidance to the citizen
Choking due to severe upper airway obstruction is a life-threatening medical emergency that requires fast,…
Insects allergies: a general overview
The warm weather brings out unwanted insects and along with them, comes allergies. Insects can cause allergic…
How to know if you have Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT)?
Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT): uneasiness or worrisome physical symptoms are a sign that something is wrong and it is…
What is the fundus oculi test?
Fundus oculi examination: this is a diagnostic test used to study the posterior part of the eyeball. In particular,…
Earthquakes: the difference between the Richter scale and the Mercalli scale
We often hear about the Mercalli Scale or the Richter Scale in the event of strong earthquakes even if in recent…
Do you have to face surgery? Post-surgery complications
Having surgery is no simple matter. Even if the surgery is well-planned, there may be a sense of apprehension…
Child Home Safety: preventing accidents at home
Home should be a safe space for children. It’s where they play, learn, relax, and find care, comfort, and love
Differences between ulcerative colitis and Crohn’s disease
There are different but similar symptoms between Ulcerative Colitis and Crohn’s Disease, both are a kind of…
What is the fibroscan?
The fibroscan (liver elastography) is a diagnostic method useful for quantifying liver fibrosis, i.e. the scarring…
Deaths and loss of vision due to Pseudomonas aeruginosa bacteria are alarming in…
Pseudomonas aeruginosa infection, 68 patients in 16 U.S. states have been identified since last March 14: three…