HEALTH

Why Males May Have a Worse Response to COVID-19

Based on data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, the risk of death from COVID-19 in men 30-49 years old was found to be more than twice that of females. Read more
Should You Get the Flu Vaccine?

Winter is coming, and the importance of staying healthy is greater than ever. Read more
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COVID-19 Tests in Barcelona in 48 Hours

Now that we are free to go out—travel, go back to work, visit our relatives—it has become even more important to get tested for SARS-CoV-2 so we can go out into this “new normal” in the safest way possible. Read more
Belly Fat Linked to Higher Risk of Premature Death, Regardless of Your Weight

A recent study found that, regardless of weight, people who carry more fat around their abdomen had a higher risk of dying sooner. Read more
Challenges and Guidelines for Sharing Personal Healthcare Information in the European Union

The collection of healthcare data often involves patients and organizations across geographical lines. Hence, each organization’s data management rules need to carefully consider overall general global standards and country-specific guidelines, Read more
Good Nutrition Can Contribute to Keeping COVID-19 and Other Diseases Away

Along with social distancing measures and effective vaccines, a healthy immune system is our best defense against coronavirus infection. To keep it that way, proper nutrition is an absolute must. Read more
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Digital Health Care: Accessing Telemedicine in Barcelona

We spoke with Dr. Madeleine Smit, founder and director of the Turó Park Dental & Medical Center in Barcelona, to learn more about telehealth and its many benefits. Read more
DTI: The Future of Donation and Transplantation

Thanks to the DTI and its partner organizations, the global medical community has made great strides in the search for effective treatments for some of humanity’s most debilitating diseases. Read more
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Cosmetic Dentistry to Improve Your Smile

From 3500 BCE to the high-tech tools of today, dental care has come a long way. Read more
COVID-19 and Diversity: Deepening Social Divides

The effects of the coronavirus has been felt in a variety of ways across society. Read more