Category: Medicine
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Bahian Influencer Dai Cruz, Who Passed Away After a Long Battle Against Genetic Disease, Becomes Turma da Mônica Comic Character
The Bahian influencer Dai Cruz, who died after battling Epidermolysis Bullosa, has become a character in a special Turma da Mônica comic edition aimed at raising awareness about the genetic skin disease.
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Alcohol Consumption During Pregnancy Can Cause Fetal Disorder
A study conducted by researchers from the Bioinformatics and Neurogenetics Laboratory (LaBiN) of the Postgraduate Program in Health Sciences (PPGCS) at the Pontifical Catholic University of Paraná (PUCPR) confirmed that ethanol (EtOH) consumption, the active component of alcoholic beverages, during pregnancy can compromise fetal neurodevelopment. This can trigger Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD), which includes…
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Alcohol Consumption During Pregnancy Can Cause Fetal Disorders
The study, conducted by researchers from the Bioinformatics and Neurogenetics Laboratory (LaBiN) of the Postgraduate Program in Health Sciences (PPGCS) at the Pontifical Catholic University of Paraná (PUCPR), confirmed that ethanol (EtOH) consumption during pregnancy can impair fetal neurodevelopment. This can lead to Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD), a condition that encompasses physical, mental, and…
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Exercises Can Prevent Falls in Older Adults, Improve and Accelerate Recovery
Brazilians are living longer, and people aged over 65 already make up more than 10% of the population, according to data from the latest demographic census by the Brazilian Institute of Geography and Statistics (IBGE). Simple precautions prevent one of the main causes of decreased quality of life among older adults, which can even result…
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Seven Benefits of Reading Every Day
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Now, more than ever, books have become accessible and even cheap. The different formats of a book – hardcover, paperback, digital – have also made reading easier and more varied. But how much time do we really dedicate to reading a book? It’s not a good sign if you can’t remember the last time you…
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Maradona Trial: Medical Team Faces Up to 25 Years in Prison for the Death of the Argentine Football Icon
The trial of eight medical professionals accused of criminal negligence in the death of Argentine football legend Diego Maradona began on March 11, 2025, in San Isidro, Buenos Aires. Maradona, who led Argentina to victory in the 1986 World Cup, passed away on November 25, 2020, at the age of 60, while recovering from brain…
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Trial for the Death of Diego Maradona: Medical Team Faces Up to 25 Years in Prison for the Passing of the Argentine Football Icon
The trial of eight medical professionals accused of criminal negligence in the death of Argentine football legend Diego Maradona began on March 11, 2025, in San Isidro, Buenos Aires. Maradona, who led Argentina to victory in the 1986 World Cup, passed away on November 25, 2020, at the age of 60, while recovering from brain…
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Heart Disease Continues to Be the Leading Cause of Death in the U.S.
Heart disease kills more people than any other cause, as many of the risk factors contributing to it continue to rise, according to data reported in the 2025 Heart Disease and Stroke Statistics: A Report from the American Heart Association. “Did you know that in the U.S., someone dies from cardiovascular disease every 34 seconds?…
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International Women’s Day: A Global Celebration of Equality and Empowerment
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in Africa, Asia, Brazil, Central America, Community, Curiosities, Economy, Education, Europe, Geral, History, Inside, Latin America, Literature, Medicine, Middle East, Movies, Music, North America, Oceania, Politics, Religion, Science and Technology, Sports, Sustainability, Theather, Tourism, TV, UN, United States, Women, WorldInternational Women’s Day (IWD), celebrated on March 8, is a global movement that honors women’s achievements and advocates for gender equality. Discover its historical origins and the ongoing impact in the fight for equal rights.
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Measles Outbreak in Texas: Latest Updates
As of February, Texas is facing its most significant measles outbreak in nearly three decades, with 146 confirmed cases since the end of January. This increase has resulted in one death—a school-aged unvaccinated child—and 20 hospitalizations. The outbreak is primarily concentrated in the South Plains region, notably in Gaines County, which has one of the…