A 360º trip to your intestine: The video-capsule enteroscopy
The video-capsule is a simple, safe and non-invasive diagnostic exam that allows for the visualization of all segments of the small intestine. It measures about ½cm x 2½cm and contains
HPA Alvor offers new cardiac treatment
HPA Alvor’s “heart team” has performed the closure of a left atrial appendage A new cardiac treatment has been performed for the first time at the HPA private hospital in
Spring’s fresh start effect
Allow me to share a little anecdote that might resonate with you. Imagine waking up one morning, the sun gently kissing your face, birds chirping outside your window, and a
Should we treat our chronic migraine with botulinum toxin?
Botulinum toxin is a neurotoxin produced by the bacterium Clostridium botulinium. There are several subtypes of botulinum toxin, but it is subtype A that is used in the treatment of
Instagram food
After fast food and microwaveable food, the latest to bombard consumers with its lip-smacking photographs is Instagram food. However, unlike the first two, which can be bought and eaten (if
More about moods – Part 2
So, where were we? Oh yes, we were talking about how our emotions, feelings and thoughts colour our moods. As promised, I’ve put some information from my favourite authors, professors
Could it be time to make an appointment with a hearing specialist?
It takes time to get used to the idea of wearing hearing aids. Maybe you’ve been to the doctor’s, learned about hearing loss online and talked to friends and family
Intuition – Your secret power
The most searched self-help topic on the internet, not surprisingly, is confidence. Many of us grapple with moments of faltering confidence, while some endure prolonged periods of self-doubt that cast
Fundraising initiative in aid of Alzheimer Portugal – Algarve Branch
Fundraising campaign organised by Algarve resident raises €1,000 As part of the Movember movement, Algarve resident Roy Carpenter organised a fundraising campaign in aid of Alzheimer Portugal – Algarve Branch.
Restoring the true spirit of the family doctor
In recent years, the mainstream media has portrayed GPs as harassed, harangued and over-worked individuals … often frustrated and tired, with little empathy or initiative to provide the best care