Dr. Panagiotis Kollaras, head of the A’ Pathological Clinic at AHEPA, reassured the public about the metapneumovirus, stating it is similar to a common cold and not related to COVID-19. He noted that while the virus typically resolves quickly, vulnerable…
In Gaza, harsh winter conditions have led to the tragic deaths of newborns due to hypothermia, with temperatures dropping to 7C (45F). Families, displaced multiple times by the ongoing conflict, are struggling to survive in overcrowded tents and lacking basic…
The World Health Organization has determined that the unexplained wave of illnesses and deaths in the Democratic Republic of Congo is attributed to malaria, respiratory infections, and widespread malnutrition. The outbreak led to at least 48 confirmed fatalities, with local…
A mysterious illness in the Democratic Republic of Congo is believed to result from a combination of respiratory infections like flu, COVID-19, pneumonia, and malaria, according to the World Health Organization (WHO). Since late October, nearly 900 people have fallen…
A recent study published in The Lancet Regional Health – Europe reveals a rise in scurvy cases among children in France, attributed to vitamin C deficiency. This increase, with 60% of cases recorded between April 2020 and November 2023, is…
Authorities in the Democratic Republic of Congo have identified a severe form of malaria as the cause of a mysterious illness that led to over 140 deaths, primarily among children. The outbreak in a remote province is exacerbated by widespread…
In France, one in six children is affected by neurodevelopmental disorders, prompting an innovative early screening program in 70 nurseries in Marseille. Initial findings show significant improvements in many infants after early detection. The initiative involves regular assessments by staff…
A newly identified disease is rapidly spreading in the Democratic Republic of Congo, particularly among malnourished children. The World Health Organization reported 406 cases, including 31 fatalities, from October 24 to December 5. Symptoms include fever, headache, cough, and body…
The Deputy Minister of Health, Dimitris Vartziopoulos, emphasized the importance of early diagnosis of children’s disorders during the inauguration of a new center for special therapies in Pavlos Melas. The center will offer free services addressing learning difficulties for children…
The inaugural Winter School focusing on ‘Development, Behavior & Health Care of Children and Adolescents’ will be held in Ioannina on December 6-7, 2024. Organized by the Greek Society of Adolescent Medicine and local health authorities, the event will address…
The World Health Organization has approved a second malaria vaccine set to be integrated into Nigeria’s national vaccination program. This initiative aims to combat malaria, which claims approximately 435,000 lives annually, predominantly affecting children under five in Africa. The vaccine…
Côme, a three-year-old boy, has received a lifesaving liver transplant after a 17-month wait, marking a pivotal moment in his health journey. The transplant was made possible by an anonymous donor who had passed away. Prior to the surgery, Côme’s…
