This content is machine translated Antibiotics Population survey on resistance reveals gaps in knowledge As part of the Swiss Antibiotic Resistance Strategy (StAR), the FOPH conducted a representative survey on the topics of antibiotics and antibiotic resistance. The results show the level of knowledge…
View Post 4 min This content is machine translated Rare diseases Syringomyelia – multiple symptoms make diagnosis difficult Syringomyelia is a rare disease that develops due to a disturbance of cerebrospinal fluid flow (CSF) and is often due to obstruction of the subarachnoid space of the spinal column.…
View Post 11 min This content is machine translated Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder ADHD in general practice – screening and treatment The diagnosis of ADHD (attention deficit hyperactivity disorder) seems to be on the rise and appears remarkably frequently in TV documentaries and audio podcasts. However, it remains unclear whether ADHD… CME-Test
View Post 5 min This content is machine translated LDL cholesterol level On the way to the (LDL-C) target Cardiovascular disease ( CVD) is the leading cause of death worldwide. Lowering the level of LDL cholesterol (LDL-C) in the blood reduces the risk of CVD such as heart attacks…
View Post 4 min This content is machine translated Burnout among healthcare professionals Raj yoga is good for the soul and heart Burnout among healthcare professionals is increasingly recognized as a critical factor affecting their well-being and the quality of the services they provide. Relaxation techniques are well-known measures to improve mental…
View Post 5 min This content is machine translated Depression Antidepressant effect due to lavender oil Anxiety and depressive disorders have overlapping symptoms and common neurobiological pathways. Anxiety disorders have also been shown to predict later depression and vice versa. Therefore, it is not surprising that…
View Post 3 min This content is machine translated T2D: Pioglitazone as an add-on to metformin and dapagliflozin Effective strategy for improving blood glucose control Type 2 diabetes (T2D) is a progressive disease characterized by a deterioration in the function of pancreatic β-cells and increased insulin resistance. Although there are many diabetes medications on the…
View Post 6 min This content is machine translated Magnesium in pediatrics Preventive and therapeutic benefits in children Magnesium is an essential mineral that is critical for many cellular functions in the body. Its role in the treatment of serious illnesses in pediatric patients has recently gained increasing…
View Post 5 min This content is machine translated Insulin icodec Once-weekly injection as an opportunity for greater adherence Over the last century, significant advances have been made in the development of insulin formulations, including very rapid and prolonged-release analogs of basal insulin. Insulin icodec, a novel basal insulin…
View Post 4 min This content is machine translated Lipoprotein(a) The higher the Lp(a), the higher the long-term ASCVD risk Numerous studies have shown that elevated Lp(a) levels are associated with the risk of a number of atherosclerotic cardiovascular diseases (ASCVD), including myocardial infarction (MI), stroke and peripheral arterial disease.…
View Post 5 min This content is machine translated DPP4 inhibitor in adolescents with type 1 diabetes Sitagliptin add on shows renoprotective effect Children with type 1 diabetes have an increased risk of developing diabetic kidney disease (DKD). Inhibition of dipeptidyl peptidase-4 (DPP4) has positive effects on various metabolic indicators in diabetes. Egyptian…
