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How and why take care of your mental health?

Poor mental health can lead to many ills. One of the best known examples would be depression. The latter causes great suffering and can affect the professional, school and family life of the person concerned. In the most severe cases, depression can even lead to suicide. Taking care of your mental health is therefore as important as taking care of your physical health. What is mental health? Mental health is a state of well-being. It allows an individual to fulfill himself, to face the normal difficulties of life, to work successfully and to contribute to the life of his community. According to the WHO, "health is a state of complete physical, mental and social well-being and does not consist only in the absence of illness or infirmity." There is no health without good mental health. You must therefore succeed in balancing the social, physical, mental, economic, spiritual and emotional aspects of your life in order to maintain good mental health. Mental he

Cough: causes, forms and treatments

If the cough is a mechanical reaction of the body to protect the lungs, it manifests itself in different forms depending on the causes of the attack. There are many causes that may be behind it. It can take different forms which depend directly on its origin. Causes of the aggression causing cough The French Society of Otorhinolaryngology (SFORL) offers a classification of the main triggers of cough : A disease or infection: coughing can be a symptom associated with another disease that may or may not affect the airways. It can be a flu, bronchitis or even a cold. It is sometimes accompanied by other symptoms such as runny nose, fever or vomiting. Asthma is also a factor often responsible for the onset of cough. A respiratory allergy: certain foods or components of drugs can cause inflammation of the mucous membranes as a result of an allergic reaction. Irritating substances: certain substances can be irritating to the respiratory tract. Smoke, dust, pollution can c

Moles or nevus: Why is it so important to watch them?

Our skin is dotted with a few to over a hundred of these little brown spots that we call moles. Some disappear and others appear in our lifetime. However, it is very important to monitor their development and thus prevent certain skin cancers, especially melanoma, as soon as possible. The mole or nevus: What is it? The mole, also called nevus (naevi in ​​the plural), is a cluster of pigment cells (melanocytes) in the skin. These melanocytic cells, brown in color, are the cells that cause tanning. They accumulate at the dermo-epidermal junction of the skin, thus forming benign melanocytic tumors: the beauty spot (or point). What does a mole look like? The nevus is a small brown spot. It can also be a small pink or brown skin size. Moles usually have a dark color, but sometimes they are red, pink or blue. Where do we find the mole? The nevi are more numerous on the areas exposed to the sun: the shoulders, the back, the legs etc. They can also appear on the nails. In

DID YOU KNOW THAT THE FIGHT AGAINST BREAST CANCER IS HELD IN OCTOBER?

Breast cancer is an oncological process in which healthy mammary gland cells degenerate and transform into tumors, growing and multiplying to constitute a tumor, being the second leading cause of death in Mexico from cancer in women, according to the mortality records of the National Institute of Statistics, Geography and Informatics (INEGI). WHICH ARE THE RISK FACTORS? In most cases there is no factor defined as a cause, however the risk of developing a breast tumor seems to have multiple causes, the most frequent are: Age over 40 years. Female gender. Family history of breast cancer. Never having had children. Start of menstruation at an early age. Cessation of menstruation at an advanced age. Prolonged exposure to estrogens (use of contraceptives). Obesity. Breast cancer in the contralateral breast. Diagnosis of any abnormality through mammography and / or breast biopsy. Heritage. (presence of BRCA1, BRCA2 genes). WHAT ARE THE SYMPTOMS? Th

DID YOU KNOW THAT ... OVARIAN CANCER IS A SILENT ENEMY?

Cancer is a disease in which abnormal cells (cancer cells) divide uncontrollably, invading surrounding tissues and spreading to other parts of the body, through the blood and lymphatic system, leading to the process known as metastasis. So, ovarian cancer is an uncontrolled growth of the cells of the ovary, so that the cells become abnormal. Ovarian cancer is one of the most frequent malignancies in women. In the world it ranks fifth and third in Mexico. Most women with ovarian cancer lack associated risk factors. In Mexico, 4,500 cases of this type of cancer are registered annually and it is estimated that women who suffer from it have a life expectancy of one to five years, when it is detected in advanced stages. Which are the risk factors? There are different factors that increase the risk of ovarian cancer, among them the following are mentioned: Age over 40 years. Menopause. Close family members with a history of breast, ovarian, or colon cancer. First

Our advice to boost your fertility from breakfast

Want a baby? It's not just cuddling that can increase your chances of getting pregnant. Diet can play a role and good habits can be taken at breakfast. Discover all the advice of Dr. Laurence Lévy-Dutel to start the day at the top of its fertility. It's decided, you want a baby. With your partner, you are ready and you want to put the odds on your side. In order to give nature a boost, monitoring your diet can be a good idea… and this, right from breakfast! Indeed, the importance of this first meal of the day is no longer to be proven, and this is also confirmed if you want to boost your fertility. By favoring certain foods rather than others, by revising some of your habits, you will be able to promote an environment conducive to pregnancy. Of course, this is not a miracle recipe for getting pregnant, but good advice to take for a balanced breakfast, ideal to meet your child's desire, as confirmed by the gynecologist-endocrinologist Laurence Lévy-Dutel, aut

In China they use traditional medicine to fight Covid19

Chinese health authorities recommend that hospitals administer a traditional Chinese herbal medicine formula along with pharmacological treatments. In China, at the center of the pandemic caused by the Covid coronavirus19, health authorities have not hesitated to complement traditional and modern medicine treatments at all stages of the disease. In fact, on February 6, the Chinese Center for Disease Control and Prevention included a formula of traditional Chinese medicine in protocol treatment due to observations of its effectiveness in clinical practice. The General Office of the National Health Committee and the Office of the State Administration for Traditional Chinese Medicine recommend that hospitals administer a decoction called "Qing Fei Jie Du Tang" (lung cleansing and detoxifying decoction) to all patients. This preparation consists of a mixture of 20 plants among which are some known in Europe, such as ephedra, almond, tangerine peel, ginger and cori

Can CBD oil be useful against viruses like Covid19?

Cannabidiol (CBD) is one of the main cannabinoids present in cannabis or hemp (Cannabis sativa) and lacks psychotropic effects and addictive potential. Although some information has been viralized that ensures that this cannabiodie could be useful against the coronavirus, the truth is that there is no solid research in progress on the effect of CBD on the Covid-19 coronavirus. Where does this rumor come from then? CBD AND COVID-19: AN UNTESTED RELATIONSHIP There is currently a CBD-based medication, Epidiolex, to treat seizures associated with two rare types of epilepsy. There are no other officially approved therapeutic indications. Apart from this pharmacological use, CBD is in Europe in a very confusing legal situation. In many countries, including Spain, you cannot sell CBD products for domestic consumption; They can only be for external or cosmetic use. However, in other countries of the Union CBD is approved as a food supplement. RELATED ITEM Hemp 10 medici

Could vitamin C reduce deaths from the coronavirus?

Septicemia is the leading cause of death related to influenza and coronavirus pneumonia. Vitamin C could reduce this mortality. Sepsis or septicemia is the generalized infection of the organism and is responsible for one of every five deaths worldwide each year and one of the main causes of death due to influenza or coranaviruses such as Wuhan (Covid-19). PROTOCOL AGAINST SEPTICEMIA A protocol developed by Dr. Paul Marik, an intensive care physician at Sentara Norfolk General Hospital (East Virginia, United States), has proven that it can reduce septicemia mortality from 40% to 8.5%. This protocol consists of administering the following preparations for two days: 200 mg of thiamine every 12 hours. 1,500 mg of ascorbic acid (vitamin C) intravenously every six hours. 50 mg of hydrocortisone every six hours. According to Marik, the best results are obtained when the mixture is administered within the first six hours from the onset of symptoms of sepsis. The longer yo

Coronavirus crisis: Why is there no toilet paper in the supermarket?

Fear of the coronavirus has caused surprising phenomena to appear in recent days, such as the fury over toilet paper. What has led people to buy it in large quantities until it is practically exhausted? In recent days we have been surprised by the images of people crowded in supermarkets and of shelves of empty products such as toilet paper. What leads us to ignore the guarantees that the authorities give us that there are no supply problems? And why do some specific products surprisingly disappear from supermarket shelves? SELF-FULFILLING PROPHECY According to the psychologist Sònia Cervantes, this phenomenon "obeys a process that psychology has described as self-fulfilling prophecy." The self-fulfilling prophecy or Pygmalion effect explains that the expectations we place on something make it end up happening. “When you verbalize fear of something or when fear of something becomes effective, you act in such a way that you end up provoking it,” expla

Lung cancer ...it is the most frequent type of cancer in the world, with 30,000 new cases each year in Spain alone.

WHAT DOES IT CONSIST OF? The malignant tumor can spread by deeply invading the walls of the lungs. Given the proximity of these, it can affect other organs such as the heart or the esophagus, the vertebrae. In addition, by being next to the large blood vessels, cancer can spread to the liver, brain, bones, or adrenal glands. What are the symptoms? The symptoms of lung cancer are common to other respiratory diseases, so the diagnosis is usually made in advanced stages, when the patient comes to the clinic for another reason. These include coughing up mucus or dyspnea (feeling short of breath). Generally, when the expectoration is bloody is when the patient comes to consultation. Chest pain may appear if the tumor is in the peripheral area of ​​the lungs, chest wall, or pleura. Occasionally, other symptoms appear, such as voice changes (dysphonia) or the feeling that food is trapped in the chest (dysphagia). When the tumor is affecting the nerve structures in th

10 false facts about the spread of the coronavirus COVID-19

The coronavirus has also brought an epidemic of misinformation and exaggeration. This virus, the covid-19, is spread more easily than others, it is true, but the images of people with masks and the constant numbers of patients out of context facilitate the spread of errors and false rumors. Despite the fact that the health authorities do not tire of repeating that we are exaggerating attention, the coronavirus epidemic has raised all the alarms. "There is talk of rumors, anecdotes, some specific information and what is achieved is a detriment when the most important thing is that we remain calm," explains Dr. Antoni Trilla, head of the epidemiology service at the Hospital Clínic de Barcelona. Now that some cases are beginning to be detected in Spain, we are going to analyze what real risk there is of getting it, because a lot of information has run without contrasting. 1. IT IS THE MOST CONTAGIOUS VIRUS It is not the most contagious disease. Chicken

Tips for vegetarian patients

In the previous post we discussed the advantages of a vegetarian diet, but there are also drawbacks and precautions for this type of diet. Firstly, comment that vegetarian diets are diverse (more or less strict, and may or may not include dairy products and / or eggs), and the advice varies according to the person who follows it, adolescents and pregnant women are groups that pay special attention. People who follow vegetarian diets can get all the nutrients they need, although considerations about possible deficiencies of macronutrients (particularly proteins) and micronutrients (iron, calcium, zinc, folate, vit B12) must be taken into account, as can the possible existence of underlying eating disorders. A vegetarian diet can be a healthy option, the key is to eat a variety of foods and the correct amount. MedlinePlus has a page specifically dedicated to the vegetarian diet that is highly recommended for both patients and healthcare professionals. If what we want is to give a b

Increase of medicines - consumer of pharmacies prioritizes price

increase-of-drugs-consumer-of-pharmacies-prioritizes-price The 4th Survey of the Purchase Profile of Pharmacy Customers points out that one of the decisive factors for choosing a pharmacy is the price of medicines The increase in the price of medicines will happen from the next April 1 and should directly impact the consumer. A survey carried out by the Febrafar Institute for Corporate Research and Education (IFEPEC) with the Unicamp Institute of Economics pointed out that the majority of pharmacy consumers claim to prioritize prices when buying a medicine. However, there is a small number that carry out research in other pharmacies. The data are from the 4th Survey of the Purchase Profile of Pharmacy Customers, which points to price as one of the decisive factors for choosing a pharmacy, 64.4% of respondents pointed out this point. Another factor that stands out in this decision is the location (24.5%). “Through this questioning, we observed that the impact of the

What are the causes of seborrheic dermatitis?

The causes of this pathology are not all clearly identified, and its origin is certainly multifactorial, involving sebum, a microscopic lipophilic fungus (the yeast Malassezia furfur), and can be a dysregulation of the immune system. Sebum Although sebum does not seem to be the cause, the appearance of plaques in areas rich in sebaceous glands suggests the major role exerted by sebum in this pathology. If it is not the responsible agent, it promotes its development. Malassezia yeasts Malassezia yeasts are naturally present in the skin flora, and their density is much higher in the areas where the disease develops. The bacteriological analysis of the plates made it possible to highlight an increased concentration of this yeast at the level of the lesions. It therefore seems that it is involved in seborrheic dermatitis, although the mechanism linked to its exaggerated proliferation is not fully understood. Thus, the excess of sebum combined with the proliferation of yeast

In numbers ... the latest developments in the Corona virus around the world

The emerging corona virus is still catching more infections around the world. In a new outcome, the number of infections in China in which the epidemic first appeared, today, .Wednesday, to 80,778 cases, after recording 24 new cases. Qatar News Agency announced via its Twitter account, the monitoring of 238 people infected with Corona virus, mixed with 3 previous cases. A few days ago it announced ... Qatar announces the monitoring of 238 people infected with the Corona virus, Qatar announces the monitoring of 238 people infected with the Corona Virus Gulf In Italy, the country's civil protection authorities said that the number of infections exceeded 10,000, and it is the second most infected country after China, and the number of deaths due to the virus has increased to 631. As for Iran, the authorities confirmed on Wednesday 63 additional deaths from the emerging corona virus during the past 24 hours, in the highest daily toll since the authoriti