What is retinal fluorangiography?
Retinal fluorangiography: this is a useful test for diagnosing vascular diseases of the eye, including retinopathy,…
Pathological addictions: definition, prevalence and treatment
The World Health Organisation (WHO) describes pathological dependence as a 'psychic condition, sometimes also…
Floods and inundations, some guidance to citizens on food and water
Floods often occur suddenly and can cause much damage and loss of life
In a historical phase characterised by…
What is Heimlich Maneuver and How to Perform It Correctly?
The Heimlich maneuver is a first aid procedure used for choking victims. Victim chokes when they can’t breathe…
Chronic Fatigue Syndrome: Definition, Symptoms, and Treatment
There are people for whom the tendency to get tired easily becomes the main problem, those who suffer from…
ABC of CPR/BLS: Airway Breathing Circulation
The ABC in Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation and Basic Life Support ensures that the victim receives high-quality CPR…
What is Gamma Glutamyl Transpeptidase?
Gamma glutamyl transpeptidase is an enzyme present particularly in the liver, pancreas, prostate and also in the…
Italy: Semaglutide, used for type 2 diabetes, is in short supply
AIFA (Agenzia Italiana del Farmaco) and the manufacturer of Ozempic - Semaglutide report that 'any other use' of…
Psychosomatic dermatitis: symptoms and treatment
Dermatitis is a condition that affects the skin and usually consists of an inflammatory reaction that manifests…
Irritable bowel (colitis): diagnosis, symptoms and treatment
Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS = irritable bowel syndrome) is a chronic disease affecting the last tract of the…