Drugs used in infections (anti-infectives) (30 contents)
Vaccines (101 contents)
HPV vaccine for adult women - is it worth vaccinating after the age of 30?
In recent years, there has been growing interest in vaccination against human papillomavirus (HPV) not only among adolescents, but also among adult women who have not been vaccinated before....
Optional vaccinations for children - a parent's guide
Immunization is one of the most important preventive measures to help protect children from dangerous infectious diseases. Regular vaccination not only safeguards a child's health, but also...
Caesarean section may abolish the effectiveness of the first dose of measles vaccine?
Childbirth by caesarean section may adversely affect the body's response to a single dose of measles vaccination. This is according to a recent study by British and Chinese researchers.
Vaccination against whooping cough during pregnancy: what do you need to know?
Pregnancy is an extraordinary time during which a woman, preparing for the birth of her child, takes special care of herself through a healthy lifestyle, physical activity or regular medical...
Childbirth in the age of the coronavirus - preparing the mother-to-be for a safe delivery
Two years after the declaration of the pandemic state, much has changed in Poland - society has not only become accustomed to the virus, but has also learned to live with it. The pandemic state has...
Lyme disease vaccine under development!
The number of diagnosed Lyme infections is increasing every year. Doctors appeal - if you have found a tick on your skin, hand it in for examination. Prompt treatment can reduce the risk of a severe...
Allergic reactions after COVID-19 mRNA vaccine
Studies conducted on allergic reactions to COVID-19 vaccines suggest that their occurrence is extremely rare and even people with food or drug allergies can safely receive the vaccine.
Coronavirus vaccination vs. prevention of PIMS in children
PIMS - a dangerous, pocovid syndrome occurring in children who have undergone coronavirus. What symptoms to look out for? When to go for help? Why can PIMS be dangerous?
Polio, TB, VH, measles - old diseases making a comeback
Diseases that caused a lot of illness just a few decades ago have now almost been displaced by compulsory vaccination. Are polio, tuberculosis, VH and measles still dangerous for us?
Vaccine for H. pyloriV - is it worth using?
H. pyloriV, or human papilloma virus, is a type of highly ionogenic virus that causes cancerous lesions in the cervix. The H. pyloriV vaccine, although available, has not yet found wide public...
Omicron - is this the last word on the pandemic?
The coronavirus pandemic is not letting up - the successive waves the whole world is facing are caused by new mutations. Is the omicron mutation the last word of the pandemic? Like other pandemics...
COVID-19 in children: how to reduce the risk of disease in the youngest?
COVID-19 was initially thought to be asymptomatic in children, but it is now known that this is not always the case and that even in the youngest patients the disease can be severe and have long-term...
Varieties of coronavirus - are they all equally dangerous?
Almost two years have passed since the coronavirus emerged and a pandemic broke out. The virus has spread across the globe and its consequences can be seen both in terms of human health and life and...
Vaccinations abroad in Poland and registration of the vaccinated
The Ministry of Health informs us that if we have vaccinated outside the Republic of Poland, we should immediately report to the chosen vaccination centre. Otherwise, we will not be entered in the...
Viral mutations - find out what causes them!
We are hearing more and more about viral mutations. Especially now, in the era of pandemics, the information provided by the media is not optimistic - new mutations of the coronavirus are appearing...
Key contraindications to vaccination for COVID-19
To vaccinate or not to vaccinate? Are there contraindications to receiving the coronavirus vaccine? Where to look for information?
Flu vaccination - the 'pros' and 'cons'
This year's flu season promises to be exceptional - the resemblance of the first flu symptoms to a coronavirus will pose quite a challenge for doctors who will diagnose patients. This year, both the...
Flu vaccination - the 'pros' and 'cons'
This year's flu season promises to be exceptional - the resemblance of the first flu symptoms to a coronavirus will pose quite a challenge for doctors who will diagnose patients. This year, both the...
H. pyloriV vaccine - when should it be used and how much does it cost?
The sexually transmitted H. pyloriV virus is a very dangerous pathogen - it has been linked to diseases such as cervical cancer and anal and penile cancer, among others. Fortunately, there is a...
Vaccine-induced febrile seizures - is this a cause for concern?
The appearance of a fever can be one of the side effects that occur after a vaccine is administered. Is a fever a cause for concern? When should you contact your doctor?
Rotavirus vaccine will be included in the list of mandatory vaccinations
The Ministry of Health has presented a draft adding rotavirus vaccination to the list of compulsory immunizations. The compulsory vaccination against rotavirus is to be extended to children from 6 to...
Africa polio-free
The African Regional Certification Commission (ARCC), the body set up by the WHO to monitor polio eradication, reported at a World Health Organisation conference on Tuesday that the infectious...
