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Russia: a delegation of the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies visited EMERCOM

Abdominal cramps are pains that may appear in the region between the chest and groin. If frequent, they last for a long time or are associated with fever

Ascites can result from liver disease, heart disease or tumours in the abdominal organs. Examining the fluid is essential to make the right diagnosis

Omicron variant - what is it? On 26 November 2021, the World Health Organisation designated the variant B.1.1.529, called Omicron, as a new variant of concern (VOC) of the SARS-CoV-2 virus

Attacks on health workers, president Rocca: "very serious situation, violence against rescuers paradoxically increased with Covid-19"

Stab vests for Northern Ireland's paramedics: a rise in assaults on ambulance staff is prompting NIAS chiefs to seriously consider the possibility

Assisted suicide is the medical help provided to a person who has decided to die. The individual is assisted by a health professional whose task is to prescribe and supply the drugs that will cause the patient's death

The bacteria that cause Bukholderia mallei (or glanders) infection are transmitted to humans through contact with tissues or body fluids of infected animals

De Quervain's disease: a piercing pain between the thumb and wrist which prevents the execution of daily movements such as opening a jar or turning the keys in the lock

Cuts and wounds - what if they are infected? Even when they seem small, superficial and do not require stitches, they could lead to serious consequences if not treated properly, especially when infected with bacteria such as staphylococci…