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May 2025 — Acupuncture

Acupuncture

Acupuncture is a traditional Chinese medical practice involving the insertion of thin needles into specific points on the body. It is based on the concept of balancing the flow of energy...

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Mar 2025 — Drowning

Drowning: A Silent Danger and How to Prevent It

Drowning is a leading cause of accidental injury and death worldwide, and yet, it’s often misunderstood. Knowing what drowning is, how it happens, and how to prevent it ...

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Jan 2025 — Cold Therapies

Cryotherapy vs. Ice-Water Immersion

Cryotherapy and ice water immersion are two popular methods for recovery and inflammation reduction, widely used by athletes, biohackers, and fitness enthusiasts. Both leverage the benefits of cold exposure, but they differ significantly in their ...

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Dec 2024 — TeleMedicine

TeleMedicine: Importance and Applicabilty

Telemedicine is a method of providing healthcare services remotely, using telecommunications technology like video calls and mobile apps. It allows patients to connect with medical professionals, receive diagnoses, and obtain treatment recommendations from the comfort of their homes. This approach enhances ...

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Oct 2024 — Alternative Medicine

Alternative Medicine

Alternative medicine, also known as complementary medicine, refers to a broad range of medical practices and therapies that are not considered part of conventional or mainstream medicine. These practices are often used as alternatives or ...

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Jul 2024 — Preventive Medicine

Preventive medicine

Preventive medicine is a specialized field of medicine that focuses on promoting health, preventing diseases, and reducing the burden of illness in individuals and populations. It emphasizes proactive measures to prevent the onset, progression, and complications of various health conditions. The primary goal of preventive medicine is to ...

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Apr 2024 — Sports Medicine

Sports Medicine and the Responsibilities of a Sports Doctor

Sports medicine is a specialized branch of medicine that focuses on the prevention, diagnosis, treatment and rehabilitation of injuries and medical conditions related to sports and physical activity. It covers a wide range of disciplines, including sports injury management, exercise physiology...

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Jan 2024 — Diving Medicine

Diving Medicine

Diving medicine, also known as hyperbaric medicine or underwater medicine, is a specialised field that focuses on the medical aspects of diving and the effects of the underwater environment on the human body. It covers the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of diving-related injuries, illnesses, and medical conditions...

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Oct 2023 — Humanitarian Medicine

Humanitarian Medicine: What is it, Activities, Challenges

Humanitarian medicine is a specialized branch of healthcare dedicated to providing medical assistance, relief, and support to individuals and communities affected by humanitarian crises, including natural disasters, armed conflicts, epidemics, and displacement. . It includes a wide range of medical activities aimed at alleviating suffering, promoting health, and saving lives in challenging and resource-constrained environments...

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Aug 2023 — Lifestyle Medicine

Lifestyle Medicine. What, Why, Who and How

Lifestyle medicine is a branch of medicine that emphasises the importance of lifestyle factors in preventing and treating chronic diseases, while at the same time advocates a healthier living. It recognises that many of the health problems faced by individuals today are largely influenced by their everyday habits, behaviours, and choices...

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May 2023 — Travel Medicine

The Importance of Travel Medicine

Travel medicine is the field of medicine that focuses on the health and well-being of travellers. The primary aim of travel medicine is to ensure that travellers can enjoy safe and healthy travel experiences by providing them with all the necessary knowledge, preventive measures, and medical interventions tailored to their specific travel plans and health needs...

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Feb 2023 — Altitude Medicine

Altitude Medicine and Mountain Sickness

In our modern era, people seek more adventure during their summer vacations and beyond. They engage in activities such as hiking in mountains, canoeing, mountaineering, skiing, and other sports that often take place at high altitudes. It is estimated that over 100 million tourists visit high-altitude destinations each year. At altitudes above 2,500 meters, sudden arrival of individuals who usually reside in lower areas or at sea level can lead to a syndrome of discomfort known as...

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Travel Medicine
Humanitarian Medicine
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Drowning
Altitude Medicine
Acupuncture
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Diving Medicine
Sports Medicine
Preventive Medicine
Alternative Medicine
TeleMedicine
Cold Therapies