Erard de Hemricourt

World Hepatitis Day

On 28 July 2023 the medical world is drawing the world’s attention to an issue linked to a well-known disease that no longer inspires much fear, but which nevertheless continues to wreak havoc on a global scale. According to the...

July 28, 2023

Health

Why do people continue smoking?

On 31 May 2023, the World Health Organization (WHO) and numerous international organizations are focusing attention on the hazards of tobacco by commemorating World No Tobacco Day. Despite the wealth of information amassed over recent years, the compelling anti-smoking advertising...

May 31, 2023

Testicular Cancer Awareness: A Message for Adolescents and Young Adults

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Testicular Cancer Awareness: A Message for Adolescents and Young Adults

Testicular cancer is a significant health concern for young men, particularly those aged 15 to 35 years (1). Early detection and treatment are crucial in increasing the chances of a full recovery. During this ‘Testicular Cancer Awareness Month’, it is...

April 28, 2023

Health

Colorectal cancer screening

According to the World Health Organization (1), colorectal cancer is the third most common cancer worldwide, with nearly 2 million cases diagnosed in 2020 (2). Colorectal cancer is also the second leading cause of cancer deaths worldwide. It was responsible...

March 24, 2023

How can artificial intelligence be used to detect melanoma?

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How can artificial intelligence be used to detect melanoma?

How can artificial intelligence be used to detect melanoma? Of all skin cancers, melanoma is certainly the most aggressive and dangerous lesion. It is not the most common skin cancer, but because of its tumorous nature, it is the one...

February 21, 2022

Can your smartwatch predict if you’re positive with COVID-19?

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Can your smartwatch predict if you’re positive with COVID-19?

Smartwatches: what are they? A smartwatch is a wearable device that can be used for a variety of purposes. It can be used to track fitness, monitor heart rate, and now, even predict the onset of COVID-19. The development of...

February 21, 2022

Lifestyle

Cryotherapy / Whole Body cooling

Cryotherapy / Whole Body cooling Our modern society lives by trends. Whether it’s in the field of reading, movies, technology (especially), each period brings its share of novelties. And from a medical point of view, we are no exception. For...

December 3, 2021

Health

World Radiography Day: did you know?

November 16, 2021

Health

Osteoporose

World Osteoporosis Day takes place on October 20th each year, to highlight awareness about diagnosis, treatment and prevention of Osteoporosis and metabolic bone disease. Almost everyone forms their own definition around this disease, so we’ll start by going a bit...

October 29, 2021

Menopause: impact on other medical conditions

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Menopause: impact on other medical conditions

World Menopause Day takes place every year on October 18th with the aim to raise awareness around this important topic impacting every woman at some stage in their life. Although menopause often is minimalized by women, the hormonal imbalance associated...

October 18, 2021

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Author: Erard de Hemricourt

World Hepatitis Day

Why do people continue smoking?

Testicular Cancer Awareness: A Message for Adolescents and Young Adults

Colorectal cancer screening

How can artificial intelligence be used to detect melanoma?

Can your smartwatch predict if you’re positive with COVID-19?

Cryotherapy / Whole Body cooling

World Radiography Day: did you know?

Osteoporose

Menopause: impact on other medical conditions

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