Stem cells: a rough diamond that regenerates our tissues
What are stem cells? What are they for? When were they first discovered? We will explain it today on Medical…
PSA and prostate cancer: why is there no national screening programme?
Prostate cancer is the most frequent among males over the age of 50, but then why is there no national…
Obstructive sleep apnoea: a syndrome with major implications on quality of life
Excessive drowsiness during the day, sudden awakenings during the night, and a feeling of tiredness even after sleep. Sometimes, these…
Prostate cancer and new diagnostic imaging techniques to assess its extent
Prostate cancer is the most common in men over 50 years of age and a clear, early diagnosis can make…
Coronavirus: Phase 2, here is what the numbers cannot tell us
Before easing the lockdown and gradually resuming productive and social activities, the Government should analyse some indicators. Clearly, there is…
A healthy lifestyle gives you more years of life without chronic diseases
How many healthy years of life can we gain by adopting healthy habits? We all know very well now that…
Coronavirus: Knowing history to face the present
The coronavirus emergency will only stop once there is a vaccine. Let us continue our journey through the history of…
Acute pancreatitis: a condition often not readily recognised
Today on Medical Facts we will be talking about a condition that can have different levels of severity and that,…
Coronavirus: when communication between doctors and family members becomes difficult
The reflections of a doctor at the forefront of the coronavirus emergency, inspired by a beautiful article just published in…
Osteoarthritis of the knee: a comparison and contrast of therapeutic strategies
Osteoarthritis is a frequent cause of joint pain and disability. A new study compared two therapeutic strategies. Osteoarthritis of the…
