Complementary (alternative) medicine: everything there is to know!

Aug 5, 2023 • 4 Likes • 1 comment

The terms complementary and alternative medicine (CAM), and integrative healthcare are used to designate practices that can be used in addition to so-called conventional, or mainstream, healthcare,...

Carpal tunnel syndrome

Carpal tunnel syndrome: everything there is to know!

Aug 4, 2023 • 2 Likes

Carpal tunnel syndrome (or CTS) is a common hand disorder, caused by compression of the median nerve in the wrist. It is a painful pinch that can be quite disabling in everyday life. What are the...

What is Therapeutic Patient Education (TPE)?

Jul 31, 2023 • 3 Likes • 1 comment

To enable people to actively manage their medical illnesses and enhance their general well-being, therapeutic patient education (TPE) is essential. TPE goes above and beyond standard medical care by...

Multiple sclerosis

Sensory disorders in multiple sclerosis (numbness, tingling, etc.)

Jul 30, 2023 • 1 Like • 1 comment

Multiple sclerosis is an autoimmune disease of the central nervous system (brain and spinal cord). It affects the myelin - the sheath that surrounds and protects nerve fibers - whose progressive...

Cardiovascular diseases

The different heart surgery techniques: everything there is to know!

Jul 28, 2023 • 1 Like

Heart disease is a major health problem worldwide, and is the leading cause of medical consultations. It is the 1st cause of death worldwide, as well as in the United States.  There are a number of...

Colorectal cancer
Irritable bowel syndrome
Ulcerative colitis
Urinary disorders

Everything you need to know about digestive and urinary stomas!

Jul 24, 2023 • 5 Likes

The gastrointestinal tract is another name for the digestive system. It is the area of the body that breaks down meals and creates waste. In some cases, in order to ensure correct work of the...

What are the health benefits of ashwagandha?

Jul 23, 2023 • 5 Likes • 2 comments

Little known in Europe, ashwagandha is a plant with a lot of health benefits. Native to India, it has been used in Ayurvedic medicine for centuries. So what are the health benefits of ashwagandha?...

Big Data and AI: a revolution in the medical field

Jul 21, 2023 • 1 Like

In the medical field, Big Data refers to all the data available on health, collected from different sources. While Artificial Intelligence (AI) is designed to support healthcare, it offers new...

Schizophrenia

Cognitive remediation in schizophrenia: What are the benefits?

Jul 17, 2023 • 1 Like

Schizophrenia is a complex mental disorder characterized by a range of symptoms, including cognitive impairments. These cognitive deficits can significantly impact individuals' ability to function in...

Contraception methods: benefits and risks of different contraceptives

Jul 11, 2023 • 2 Likes

Contraception methods are important for many reasons: they can protect you from unwanted pregnancy and save you from a lot of stress. However, with more than 12 different contraceptives out there, it...

White noise: how can it help us sleep better?

Jul 9, 2023 • 1 Like • 2 comments

The term "white noise" refers to a sound with hypnotic properties that is thought to promote sleep, relaxation and concentration. It can be the sound of the wind blowing through the trees, the rain...

Prostate cancer

Prostate cancer: risk factors, symptoms, diagnosis

Jul 7, 2023 • 1 Like

The prostate is the largest gland in the male urogenital system. It plays a role in a man's reproductive, sexual and urinary functions. With age, it can grow and cause health complications. One...