Important changes in pharmacies come into effect on April 1
Starting April 1, 2026, Poland's Ministry of Health will implement significant updates to the list of reimbursed medications, introducing 16 new therapies, primarily for cancer and rare diseases.
Cancer Medicine: The Biohackers in My Body
The article discusses recent findings in cancer medicine, highlighting how cancer cells interact intricately with the nervous system, potentially leading to new therapies.
Discoveries indicate that pythons could help with weight loss
Researchers have found that metabolites in pythons could inspire new obesity therapies by regulating appetite.
The right in Portugal relies on extremists to promote the cut of the country's trans law
The conservative parties in Portugal are collaborating with extremist groups to amend the 2018 transgender law, aiming to restrict gender therapies for minors and limit adult self-determination.
Psychiatry: Miracles unfortunately occur rather rarely in scientifically awake societies
The article critiques the hype surrounding the healing properties of psychedelics in psychiatry, suggesting that the initial excitement was not based on robust scientific studies.
Combination Therapy Using Anti-Cancer New Drugs Raises Concerns About Collusion, Impeding Insurance Coverage
Despite a paradigm shift towards combination therapies using new cancer drugs, challenges in insurance coverage persist due to regulatory obstacles and concerns about collusion among pharmaceutical companies.
Communication, diagnostics, therapies – how to treat bladder cancer more effectively
The article discusses the importance of communication, diagnostics, and therapies in the effective treatment of bladder cancer in Poland.
New list of reimbursed drugs. Changes from April 1
The Polish Ministry of Health will implement a new list of reimbursed drugs starting April 1, 2026, which includes 16 new therapies.
Low testosterone: Zé Felipe's case raises debate about hormone replacement
Singer Zé Felipe's personal experience with low testosterone levels sparks discussions on hormone replacement therapies and their implications in men's health.
Communication, diagnostics, therapies - how to treat bladder cancer more effectively
Bladder cancer is a significant health concern in Poland, ranking as the fourth most common malignancy among men, prompting discussions on improving diagnostic and therapeutic strategies.
Biotechnology: The departure of the founders is a disaster for Biontech
The stock price of Biontech plummeted by about 20% following the announcement of founders Uğur Şahin and Özlem Türeci stepping back from the company by the year's end.
Couple transforms travels through Asia into a spa with oriental therapies that earns R$ 1.2 million in Paraty
A couple has created a successful spa business in Paraty, Brazil, inspired by their travels in Asia and traditional Eastern therapies, generating significant revenue.
Cost-effectiveness of Innovations - How to Evaluate New Therapies
This article discusses the importance of evaluating the cost-effectiveness of innovative therapies in healthcare, particularly in light of new drug developments.
Suspension of therapies for children with autism worries families in the interior of SP
Families in Araras, Brazil, are concerned about the suspension of autism therapies for their children due to delays in funding from a health plan.
New Gastrointestinal Therapies: How AI Can Help Cancer Doctors
Experts report significant advancements in personalized treatment for gastrointestinal tumors, with AI promising improvements in early detection.
New Gastrointestinal Therapies: How AI Can Help Cancer Doctors
Medical professionals report significant progress in personalized treatment for gastrointestinal tumors, with digital assistance promising to enhance early detection.
With a Vision of Prevention and Innovation: The New Era of GSK in Greece
GSK Greece is focusing on enhancing access to vaccines and innovative therapies as it aims to establish Greece as a clinical research hub, according to its President and General Director Lizzie Champion.
Medicine: Between Medicine and Esotericism: What Does Vagus Nerve Stimulation Bring?
The article explores the growing trend of vagus nerve stimulation promoted on social media, highlighting its blend of medical practices and alternative therapies.
Professor Bang Myung-gul's team at Korea University, studying carbon dots for central nervous system therapy, published in 'Theranostics'
A research team led by Professor Bang Myung-gul from Korea University has notably published a study on carbon dots for central nervous system therapies in the high-impact journal Theranostics.
Unimed combines technology, humanized care, and reception at the Infusion Center
Unimed Cuiabá's Infusion Center integrates advanced technology with a focus on humanized care to support patients undergoing immunobiological therapies.
Why is the wait for innovative cancer drugs particularly long in Korea?
Despite advancements in cancer treatment technologies, South Korean patients face significantly longer wait times for new cancer drugs compared to other developed countries.
The Next Step is an Investigation into the Scope of Conversion Therapies
A member of the Icelandic Parliament is advocating for a review of the laws surrounding conversion therapies following statements made by a church official.
Comments by Father Jakob Call for Police Investigation
Helga Vala Helgadóttir, an advocate for a law against conversion therapies, calls for a police investigation into comments made by Father Jakob Rolland of the Catholic Church regarding homosexuality.
Simona Milinytė opened up about the endless difficult stage: 'Unfortunately, the disease has affected a lot'
Lithuanian actress Simona Milinytė discusses her ongoing health challenges and recovery efforts as she balances her work and multiple therapies.
Professor Liene Ozoliņa: Latvia's economy has undergone several shock therapies since the 1990s
Professor Liene Ozoliņa discusses the ongoing economic challenges in Latvia, highlighting issues of poverty and inequality since the 1990s.
Brazil experiences paradox between advances in therapies for rare diseases and access barriers
Brazil is facing a paradox where advancements in precision medicine and gene therapies provide new treatment options for rare diseases, but access barriers remain.
Michel Sadelain, one of the fathers of CAR-T, the promising therapies against cancer: "They are living medications that multiply within the patient's body"
Michel Sadelain, a key figure in CAR-T therapy, discusses the advancements in cancer treatment and the ongoing challenges in targeting solid tumors.
Trained defenses attack the 'castle' of solid tumors: CAR-T therapies find weaknesses in the kidney, ovary, and pancreas
Recent advances in CAR-T therapy show potential for effectively targeting solid tumors in organs such as the kidney, ovary, and pancreas, addressing a significant challenge in cancer treatment.
Researchers have created the first 'cyborg pancreas'
A new electronic implant may assist lab-grown pancreatic cells in maturing and functioning properly, paving the way for new cellular therapies for diabetes.
The Government appeals to the Constitutional Court regarding cuts to LGTBI+ regulations in the Valencian Community
The Spanish Government is challenging the Constitutional Court's changes to LGTBI+ regulations introduced by the PP and Vox in the Valencian Community.
Sleeping poorly away from home: the 'first night effect' opens the door to insomnia therapies
A study identifies the biological switch that keeps individuals alert, presenting new possibilities for treatments addressing sleep disorders.
When standard treatment no longer helps: advanced cancer diagnostics and treatment at Kaunas Clinics
The Kaunas Clinics have launched a Nuclear Medicine Research Center, offering modern treatments for advanced cancer through precision medicine and innovative therapies.
Alzheimer: Are Alzheimer drugs really not useful?
Experts from the Joint Federal Committee of Germany find no additional benefit for the Alzheimer drug Lecanemab compared to existing therapies.
Transplanted Child in Naples, What Happens Now: Therapy Interruption Approaches
A child in Naples, who has been on the ECMO device for over 55 days, is likely to have his therapies interrupted due to deteriorating health conditions and lack of hope for a transplant.
Alternative Medicine: When is it Complementary and When Does it Become Dangerous?
The article discusses the fine line between complementary alternative medicine and potentially harmful practices that may mislead patients.
NHS eligibility for free 'talking therapies' in England - do you qualify?
The article explains the eligibility criteria for accessing free NHS 'talking therapies' in England.
Alzheimer's Disease, a New Study Identifies Harmful Plaques for the Brain
A new scientific study has discovered a protein's role in eliminating harmful plaques in the brains of Alzheimer's patients, potentially leading to new therapies.
From Prohibited Substances to Cutting-Edge Therapies: The New Revolution of Scientific Psychedelia
Neuroscience is transforming previously banned substances, such as hallucinogenic mushrooms and toad venom, into cutting-edge therapies for mental disorders.
From pasta to therapies: how understanding Alzheimer helps slow its progression
The article discusses the relationship between the understanding of Alzheimer’s disease and how it can aid in slowing its progression.
The parents of CAR T therapies against cancer receive the BBVA Foundation Frontiers of Knowledge Award in Biomedicine
Researchers Carl June and Michel Sadelain have been awarded the BBVA Foundation Frontiers of Knowledge Award in Biomedicine for their pioneering work in CAR-T cell therapies that transform cancer treatment.
Aerobic exercise emerges as one of the most effective therapies against depression and anxiety
A new systematic review reveals aerobic exercise is highly effective in alleviating symptoms of depression and anxiety, impacting 1 in 4 people globally, especially among young people and women.
‘Cancer treatment incurs costs’: Oncological therapies harm survivors' hearts
Cancer treatments can lead to heart damage in survivors, as observed in cases like that of a policeman treated for non-Hodgkin lymphoma.
VIANEX and Johnson & Johnson renew their partnership
Johnson & Johnson and VIANEX Group have renewed and expanded their strategic partnership to enhance Greek patients' access to innovative therapies with new distribution agreements.
Mental Illnesses: When the Therapist Comes Home
The KBO-Isar-Amper-Klinikum, one of the largest psychiatric hospitals in Germany, offers diverse therapies and supports around 2.5 million people with conditions like depression, trauma, schizophrenia, addiction, and dementia.
How to choose the appropriate treatment for menopause symptoms?
The article discusses the health challenges women face during menopause and the effectiveness and risks associated with various treatment options, including hormonal and herbal therapies.
Broccoli, Fasting, Sugar Reduction – the Influence of Nutrition in Cancer
Expert Jann Arends discusses the potential of diet in preventing cancer and supporting therapies, based on decades of experience in clinical nutritional medicine in oncology.
The Council of Europe bans LGTBI conversion therapies but supports the involvement of parents, doctors, and religious figures
The Council of Europe has banned LGTBI conversion therapies, labeling them as torture by the UN, while supporting the role of parents, doctors, and religious figures in the process.
They create a test that indicates the biological age of human body organs
Researchers at Stanford University have developed a blood test that reveals the biological age of various organs, with implications for understanding aging and developing therapies.
Detained for the second time in Burgos, a fake doctor and her son for prescribing without a license and inventing therapies
A fake doctor, her son, and her former partner have been arrested in Burgos for the second time for illegally prescribing treatments and creating false therapies for at least ten victims with health issues.
Alzheimer’s therapies should target a particular gene, researchers say
Researchers suggest that new Alzheimer’s therapies should focus on a specific gene linked to the disease to prevent most cases from occurring.