Health

Cardiovascular disease is the leading cause of death in the westernised world. Myocardial infarction, and more specifically ischemic heart disease, most often affects individuals at the peak of their psycho-physical, reproductive and…

Seniors are highly prone to accidents and injuries. Senior first aid should be considered when caring for the elderly at home or in a facility

Itching, cracking and redness of the skin are just some of the symptoms of eczema or dermatitis, which can worsen with winter and low temperatures. Here's what to do

Acrogigantism: the research project of Dr Giampaolo Trivellin, researcher in Humanitas, started in March 2020 and carried out thanks to the winning of the Marie Skłodowska Curie Action-Individual Fellowship 2018 and a Telethon Foundation…

The different types of phobia: There are several explanations for why phobias develop, including influential theories and current perspectives

Calcaneal spine, scientifically known as calcific enthesitis, is the deposition of calcium salts at the origin of the tendons in the plantar fascia, just under the heel

A report showing high white blood cells in the urine may indicate a urinary tract infection. The presence of high concentrations of white blood cells can be traced back to an inflammatory state of the organism to which attention should be…

Wrist cysts (or ganglion cysts) are neoformations filled with synovial fluid (a lubricating fluid found in joints and tendon sheaths) that can appear on the back and volar side of the wrist and can be very painful, especially after hard…

The worsening crisis between Ukraine and Russia is prompting local authorities to appeal for blood donations, in the hope that it will not be needed

The importance of vitamin K: there's a lot going on when your baby is first born. They're weighed and measured. Their noses are suctioned out and their vital signs are tested. They may have ointment or drops put in their eyes. They get a…