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New technologies have become part of our daily lives. With the increasing popularity of artificial intelligence (AI), there is more and more discussion about the associated risks. One of these is...
Menstrual cycle tracking apps are one of the essential tools that modern women use. They help to get to know their own bodies, plan pregnancies and monitor their health. But can we trust them...
For many parents, there is nothing more frustrating than another sick leave, cancelled classes or night duty with a thermometer in hand. A runny nose, a cough, a fever - barely a child has recovered...
Until a decade or so ago, the removal of the palatine tonsils and/or the third tonsil (the so-called pharyngeal tonsil) was one of the most commonly performed procedures in children. Today, it is...
Speech development is one of the most important indicators of a child's overall development. Although each child develops at his or her own pace, there are specific developmental norms that help to...
Hirsutism is a hormonal disorder manifested by excessive hair in women in areas typically seen in men, such as the face, chest and back. Depending on the cause and severity, symptoms can be...
Hormones are compounds that manage hundreds of processes in our bodies - from regulating metabolism and blood glucose levels, to controlling growth and puberty, to influencing mood, sleep and...
Have you ever been 'caught' involuntarily, unconsciously grinding your teeth or clenching your jaws? You may be suffering from bruxism. What are the causes and what impact can it have on your health?...
That lifestyle and stress levels affect our health is a fact. According to estimates, more than one billion people aged between 30 and 79 suffer from hypertension worldwide, with more than half being...
Psychotherapy is generally associated with a couch, where the patient lies down and tells the therapist about his or her problems. Although this is sometimes indeed the case, in the vast majority of...
Skin lesions on the male genital area are a common cause for concern and visits to doctors. The appearance of pimples, papules, spots or sores on the penis can have many different causes - from...
More and more people are opting for a vegetarian diet, driven by concerns for health, animal welfare and the environment. This dietary model comes in many variants as veganism, lactovegetarianism or...
Women's testosterone levels fluctuate and are affected by many factors - age, menstrual cycle and even time of day. Low levels can introduce a lot of confusion into a woman's life, which we discuss...
According to scientists, the biological age of the whole body or of individual organs is a better indicator of health and ageing than chronological age. Recent studies have shown that a blood test...
Toxic masculinity, although a rare term until recently, has now entered our vocabulary for good. It describes harmful characteristics attributed to men that are taken from cultural patterns.
There is no single 'healthiest' food that provides the human body with all the nutritional values it needs, which is why a varied and balanced diet is so important. However, there are some vegetables...
Psychologist, psychiatrist, psychotherapist - who do you go to for help? Who has which competences? Who prescribes medication and who conducts psychotherapy? How do I choose a good specialist?
PCOS and insulin resistance often occur together because insulin affects sex hormones, exacerbating symptoms such as irregular periods and excessive body hair. The right diet can help alleviate these...
Are you afraid of intubation? Are you once again putting off the decision to go for surgery? Is intubation during surgery necessary? What is a tube inserted into the mouth used for and how do you...
Adequate hydration is essential for children's health and proper development, but many children choose sugary drinks instead of water, which can lead to obesity, tooth decay or concentration...
Weight gain during pregnancy is a natural process, but some women may find it difficult to reduce weight after giving birth due to hormonal disturbances, stress or bad eating habits. In such a...
Stevia, erythritol and aspartame are popular sugar substitutes that can help to reduce sugar intake, but each has its own specific characteristics and uses.