Tumors with gene mutations, 31 thousand cases per year in Italy Health and Wellbeing
(ANSA) – ROME, APRIL 19 – For every patient today it is possible to have an increasingly detailed and precise ‘photograph’ of the tumor that has affected him, with the possibility of personalized treatments. In fact, in Italy there are over 31 thousand cases per year of neoplasms with gene mutations, i.e. tumors that present particular gene mutations, and this opens the doors to precision medicine which makes treatments more targeted. The priority is therefore to implement the personalization of diagnostic-therapeutic tools and it is also necessary to reorganize clinical trials through AI. This is the message of the experts on the occasion of the 4th international conference Italian Summit On Precision Medicine, which brings together in Rome over 150 oncologists from all over Europe and the United States to discuss the future prospects of precision oncology Over 31 thousand new cases of cancer per year are therefore linked to alterations of genes involved in the onset and development of neoplasms. The most frequent are: breast cancer (5,500), colorectal cancer (2,800), lung cancer (2,200), prostate cancer (2,100) and pancreatic cancer (2,045). Precision medicine “is a surprising innovation and must change our approach to over 200 oncological diseases – states Paolo Marchetti,
Study highlights high risks of antipsychotics used in dementia
2024-04-18 02:00:22
Several antipsychotic treatments are associated with serious side effects when they are used to calm symptoms of dementia such as Alzheimer’s disease, points out a study published Thursday, fueling the already numerous controversies surrounding these drugs.
“The use of antipsychotics (…) in adults with dementia is associated with increased risks of stroke, venous thromboembolism, myocardial infarction, heart failure, fracture, pneumonia and acute renal failure,” lists this study published in the British Medical Journal (BMJ).
These treatments — risperidone, haloperidol, quetiapine and olanzapine — are normally used for psychotic disorders such as schizophrenia. They are also sometimes used against depression that is particularly resistant to other medications.
But it also happens that they are prescribed to patients suffering from dementia, such as Alzheimer’s. It is not a question of curing these illnesses, most of the time incurable, but of calming certain symptoms such as aggressive behavior.
This use is, however, very controversial, due to the serious side effects that these treatments pose, and their limited effectiveness in this indication.
In France, as in the United Kingdom, where the BMJ study was carried out, only risperidone and haloperidol are authorized for dementia.
Treat and remove plantar warts on the foot
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Plantar warts cause little discomfort at first, but can be painful in the long run. How can plantar warts on the foot be removed and how contagious are they?
The most important things at a glance
plantar warts form under the sole of the foot – usually where the foot is exposed to a lot of pressure. In principle, anyone can get plantar warts. However, children and adolescents in particular are more often affected by plantar warts. A weakened immune system can also promote these warts.
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Plantar warts are also called piercing warts, plantar warts or plantar warts. The technical term for plantar warts is verrucae plantares. “Verrucae” is the Latin name for warts. “Plantar” means something like “relating to the sole of the foot”.
Recognizing plantar warts: symptoms
Anyone who has plantar warts will find flat, grayish or yellowish-brown skin lesions under the soles of their feet. If there is little callus under the feet, dark dots can sometimes be seen in the wart tissue, which are caused by minor skin bleeding.
Plantar warts form under the foot, especially under the heel,
National Health System, Cognetti (FoSCC): Italy invests little in healthcare Repubblica TV
The National Health System in Italy is facing a crisis as reports show that the country is investing very little in healthcare. According to Repubblica TV, over 11 thousand doctors have left public healthcare since 2019, leading to a shortage of medical professionals in Italian hospitals.
In addition to the shortage of doctors, there has been a drastic reduction in the number of hospital beds in the country. TGCOM reports that in just two years, 32,500 beds have been cut in Italian hospitals, making it even more difficult for patients to access the care they need.
The situation has sparked alarm among scientific societies, with many experts expressing concern about the state of healthcare in Italy. The oncologist Francesco Cognetti spoke out about the issue, stating that in half of the Regions in Italy, minimum care is not guaranteed. Cognetti emphasized the importance of ensuring that all patients have access to quality healthcare, regardless of where they live.
As the country grapples with these challenges, it is clear that urgent action is needed to improve the healthcare system in Italy. The government must prioritize investment in healthcare and support medical professionals to ensure that all Italians have access to the care they need.
The Uncertainty for Pharmacists: Dispensing Misoprostol in the Wake of Abortion Laws
The complexities surrounding the dispensing of misoprostol, a medication with both medical and controversial associations, has put pharmacists in a difficult position. While misoprostol is FDA-approved for preventing stomach ulcers and has legitimate medical uses, it can also be used for abortions. In Idaho, where abortions are largely illegal following the overturning of Roe v. Wade in 2022, pharmacists face uncertainty about their legal obligations when confronted with prescriptions containing misoprostol.
Matt Murray, a pharmacist in Boise, Idaho, acknowledges that his hesitation to dispense misoprostol is not driven by personal opinions on abortion but rather the fear of potential legal consequences and jail time. This fear stems from Idaho’s “Defense of Life Act,” which imposes criminal charges and up to five years’ imprisonment on individuals who perform or assist in abortions.
The lack of clarity surrounding whether pharmacists can be held liable for dispensing a drug that could potentially be used for an abortion adds to their apprehension. Alison Tanner from the National Women’s Law Center empathizes with pharmacists who find themselves navigating these strict abortion laws while trying to fulfill their professional duties.
This ambiguity has led some pharmacists to refuse prescribing misoprostol altogether,
Flu Peak in Hong Kong: Man falls ill 3 times in 4 months after moving to new house in Tseung Kwan O
Hong Kong is at the height of flu season and many people are getting sick. Recently, a man from Hong Kong posted on the Internet that he had recently moved into a new house in Tseung Kwan O, but fell ill three times after his stay there for only 4 months. , so he posted asking for help from netizens.
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A male netizen posted a message in the Facebook group today (18th) saying “Sai Kung Tseung Kwan From Discussion Forum“The post said that he has been living in Tseung Kwan O District and recently moved to another unit in the same district. However, he fell ill more than 3 times after living there for 4 months. “Every time I come back, I give. I don’t have enough money around.” So, I suspect the unit has bad feng shui.
“Is there anyone who has some experience in Feng Shui that I can teach? How can I get a temporary solution?”
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If you spend a lot of time in front of the computer, there is a possibility that this translates into a higher risk of erectile dysfunction Computer use seems linked to this condition
Nowadays a sedentary life is not strange. On many occasions we spend hours in front of the computer because we need it to work and then in our free time because we want to play a video game or watch movies quietly. This leads us to a sedentary lifestyle that could now be linked to erectile dysfunction in men. A quite worrying phenomenon and one that a new study would have linked to the fact that we spend a lot of time still in the same positions as always and, especially, to the use of the computer for recreational use and for regular use.
Let’s see what the problems rooted in this could be and how it would add to other types of problems such as the effect of screens on our eyes.
The dangers of a sedentary lifestyle
In the future, people may have screens directly in their eyes, but in the meantime, the amount of time we could spend in front of a computer remains a big problem.
Understanding Laryngitis: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment
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laryngitis (Laryngitis) What is it?
Inflammation of the larynx (laryngitis) Inside a person’s larynx there are vocal cords that open and close. When air passes through the vocal cords, they vibrate. born in speech When the larynx is infected, irritated or the voice is used excessively. It causes swelling of the vocal cords, hoarseness and loss of voice. Influenza virus infection can also cause acute laryngitis.
What is the larynx?
Voice box (larynx) It is an organ located under the pharynx, above the trachea. Its function is to prevent food from leaking into the trachea. and is necessary for the production of speech sounds If there is a laryngeal infection or excessive use of the voice It can cause laryngitis.
How do we say it?
The sound is caused by air from the lungs passing through the trachea and larynx. It causes the vocal cords to vibrate until they produce sound. The muscles that control the palate, tongue, and lips convert sounds into the words we speak.
The vocal cords open and close.
The vocal cords open when we breathe and close to produce sound through vibration.
New psychotherapy law passed in the National Council: A milestone for psychotherapy in Austria! 2024-04-19 03:55:15
Vienna (OTS) – We are pleased to announce the resolution of the National Council of April 17, 2024 regarding the federal law that enacts the Psychotherapy Act 2024 (PThG 2024) and amends the Music Therapy Act and the Psychologists Act 2013.
Austria, as the cradle of psychotherapy, plays a leading role in the development of psychotherapy science. The profession of psychotherapist has been regulated by law since 1991 and is characterized by an internationally outstanding standard. The academization and redesign will ensure the high quality of psychotherapeutic training, improve psychotherapeutic care and promote psychotherapy research at universities in Austria. As a regular university course, the science and discipline of psychotherapy receives the framework and funding it needs Research and scientific mission needs. 500 study places will be created at public universities. There will also be the opportunity to complete the course within university courses, at private universities and at technical colleges.
The key details of the new training:
Bachelor’s degree – Prerequisite: Matura/university entrance examination
Direct recognition: human medicine, psychology, social work, social pedagogy, psychosocial counseling, music therapy, MTD professions, midwives, advanced health and nursing care.
Recognition of other bachelor’s studies: Examination is carried out by the respective university.