Author: Nicolas

Hygiene is a fundamental part of any health center. The goal is not only to protect patients but also medical staff and thus avoid outbreaks. When the appropriate instructions are not followed, highly dangerous cases may occur, such as the alleged presence of bacteremia within a Mexican private hospital. What is bacteremia? The Bacteremia is the presence of bacteria in the bloodstream. It can occur spontaneously, during infection of certain tissues, due to the use of gastrointestinal tubes or venous catheters, or after dental or digestive procedures, wound healing or other maneuvers. In-hospital infections: 1 in 20 patients acquires a…

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There are some specialties that are distinguished from the rest because they are the ones that have more medical negligence lawsuits in Mexico. It is not something that should be boasted about but it is worth knowing the name of what it is about. Although in the end the most important thing is that absolutely everyone who cares for patients is at risk of suffering from this type of legal conflict. What is medical negligence? A Medical negligence It is a bad practice that health professionals can carry out by making unjustified errors that affect their patients. IMSS medical negligence…

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The official start of spring in Mexico is about to occur and the temperature It is already beginning to increase gradually. At the same time, many people are preparing for the upcoming Easter holiday period. But what is supposed to be joy could turn into the complete opposite due to the phenomenon known as heatstroke and that is why it is necessary to talk about their symptoms and how it can be avoided. The heat waves that have recently been recorded in the country are a climatological event that is characterized by sustained thermal increases. A person with prolonged exposure…

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Since the call for the National Examination of Applicants to Medical Residencies was published (ENARM) 2024 many have emerged doubts. It is a situation that occurs with all editions, although to receive a truthful answer you must go to official sources. The first thing that must be clear is that the Interinstitutional Commission for the Training of Human Resources for Health (CIFRHS) He is the highest authority on the subject. She is the one in charge of preparing the different versions of the test and publishing the pages with the selected doctors. What are the most frequent questions about ENARM…

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Professional improvement is never easy but there are also certain limits that cannot be tolerated. As context, the resident doctors are in danger and not only because of the extreme hours they must face within hospitals. They are also exposed for the treatment they receive from their superiors. To study a specialty it is mandatory to pass the National Examination of Aspirants to Medical Residencies (ENARM). Many times it is thought that it is the most complicated part but in reality the real problem begins later. Resident doctors in danger inside hospitals All young people start Medical residence full of…

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Although sleeping is a natural activity, it does not mean that all people carry it out correctly. The implications go beyond a night's rest and that is why it is time to talk about the rarer sleep disorders that can occur. When talking about abnormal behaviors and sleep The same problems are usually mentioned because they are the most frequent. From insomnia to snoring and having nightmares are the most common. At the same time, there are others that have a lesser impact but are completely real. What are the rarest sleep disorders in the world? Not being able to…

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Rarely is it discussed in depth sleep disorders Although it is a public health problem in several countries. It is even on the rise due to lifestyle changes that have occurred over the past few decades. Therefore, it is necessary to give visibility to the current situation. First of all, sleep It is a natural and necessary act for absolutely all people. During this period the body and mind rest from all the activities carried out throughout the day. What are the countries with the most cases of sleep disorders? To determine the countries with the most cases of sleep…

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The Lack of sleep or having poor quality is quite common. Within the medical community it is a characteristic that has even been normalized although it should not be that way. Beyond harm to oneself, patients are also at risk because they cannot be provided with quality care. According to the study “The Cost of Sleep Lost” conducted by the National Institutes of Health (NIH) 30% of the world's population experiences significant symptoms of insomnia. While around 10% possibly meet the criteria for insomnia disorder, which causes their productivity to decrease by at least 50%. World Sleep Day 2024. When…

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The industry pharmaceutical It is in constant movement and it is not only because of the research that is carried out every day. It is also a fairly powerful business that moves a lot of money. As part of the internal movements it was announced that AstraZeneca will buy Amolyt Pharma for a million-dollar figure. Medicines are one of the most important inventions in the contemporary world. Since commercial manufacturing began, millions of lives have been saved around the world. Furthermore, they have been fundamental for double life expectancy globally. AstraZeneca buys Amolyt Pharma for a specific target Now the…

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