This content is machine translated The Brain and the Motivation to Eat Why is it so hard to lose weight? Obesity is the most common chronic disease in Western societies, with serious metabolic, cardiovascular, and psychosocial consequences. The therapeutic landscape has changed fundamentally: new-generation GLP-1 agonists achieve weight loss that,...… CME-Test
View Post 13 min This content is machine translated Diabetic Polyneuropathy Clinical Presentation, Diagnosis, and Treatment of DSPN Distal symmetric sensorimotor polyneuropathy (DSPN) is the most common form of diabetic neuropathy. About one-third of all diabetes patients are affected by it. They often develop neuropathic pain, although a...… CME-Test
View Post 27 min This content is machine translated Across All Types of Cancer Four-Legged Medical Assistants – Therapy Dogs in Clinical Settings Animal-assisted interventions are becoming increasingly important in oncology, palliative care, and pediatrics, as they promote emotional stability, a sense of connection, and psychosocial relief. Swiss hospitals such as those in...… CME-Test
View Post 9 min This content is machine translated What the StepUp study changes and what has long been included in the guidelines Bacterial Vaginosis: Treatment for Partners and Prevention of Recurrence Acute treatment for bacterial vaginosis has been established for decades and is reliably effective. The clinical problem begins afterward. A large proportion of women experience a recurrence within a few...…
View Post 9 min This content is machine translated Why a Different Ferritin Threshold Applies During Pregnancy Than Outside of It Iron Deficiency and Iron-Deficiency Anemia in Pregnancy and Gynecology The ferritin level at which iron therapy is indicated differs between pregnancy and non-pregnancy. The Swiss expert letter from the SGGG sets this level at 30 µg/l during pregnancy, regardless...…
View Post 8 min This content is machine translated Standardized terminology, simple rules, and a probability model Classifying Adnexal Findings on Ultrasound: Risk Stratification in Daily Practice Abnormal adnexal findings are among the most common scenarios encountered in gynecological clinics, and the task at hand is rarely simply making a diagnosis. Rather, it involves determining the appropriate...…
View Post 11 min This content is machine translated Swiss Immunization Schedule 2026 RSV Prevention in Newborns: Maternal Vaccination or Antibodies The Swiss Immunization Schedule 2026 offers two equivalent options for protecting infants against the respiratory syncytial virus during their first season: passive immunization of the child with a long-acting monoclonal...…
View Post 4 min This content is machine translated 2026 Vaccination Schedule: Important Changes Updated Recommendations on Pneumococcal Disease and RSV Competent medical counseling can help promote acceptance of vaccinations. To this end, it is crucial to always have the most up-to-date information. The current immunization schedule includes several relevant changes...…
View Post 12 min This content is machine translated Multidrug-Resistant Pathogens in Wound Care An Enemy in the Microbiome? Patients whose wounds are colonized by multidrug-resistant pathogens (MDR) pose a particular challenge for infection prevention. In hospitals and long-term care facilities, appropriate hygiene measures must be taken to prevent...… CME-Test
View Post 4 min This content is machine translated Biophilic Design of Work Environments Effects on Health, Well-Being, and Productivity According to the World Health Organization (WHO), 19% of the factors that influence health, well-being, and productivity are related to characteristics of the built environment [1]. Most people spend more...…
View Post 6 min This content is machine translated Upper GI Tract Bleeding: Hematemesis, Hematochezia, or Melena? From Risk Stratification to Post-Endoscopic Management Managing patients with acute upper gastrointestinal bleeding can be a balancing act. Clinical scores are helpful for time-sensitive risk assessment in the emergency department: Is the patient stable? Is urgent...…
