The scarlet pimpe(rne)l
Aesthetic Medicine is becoming, each day, more effective and new less invasive procedures for treating several conditions are now used. Dr. Joanna Karamon gives us her views on a new
Lower back pain – find it, fix it, and leave it alone
Lower back pain is one of the main causes of pain in the world. Although it is more frequent in the elderly, it has been increasingly affecting the younger population,
Health service in crisis: “several hospitals on brink of financial collapse”
With the health problems of the Algarve known only too well, the truth is that the rest of the country is no better off. Today (Monday), tabloid Correio da Manhã
Balloon dilation – chronic sinusitis treatment
What is balloon sinus dilation? Balloon sinus dilation (BSD) is a cutting-edge surgical procedure indicated for the treatment of chronic sinusitis non-responsive to medical treatment. The procedure has its foundations
Stomach acid, immunity and healthy digestion
Lately I’ve been thinking about stomach acid. And chances are, if you deal with heartburn, indigestion or other digestive issues, you have too. Heartburn or acid reflux – the burning
From good … to dangerous
Misuse of good things can turn them into very dangerous things. Even friends can turn into enemies! But in medical terms, antibiotics are a good example as they are extremely
Believe that change can happen
There are moments in life when we need to stop, step away and think over. For most, this need is a result of grief or heartbreak expressed in the form
Chiropractic spinal adjustments
When you go to the chiropractor for the first time, you may not know exactly the method that he or she will use to help you. There are many different
São Brás guarantees “family doctors for all”
The hiring of a new doctor for São Brás de Alportel’s health centre has ensured that everyone who lives in the small central Algarvean town and is enrolled in Portugal’s
This autumn … fall into good habits
Autumn is coming and change is in the air. Days get shorter, the temperatures drop, the leaves start to turn from lush green to vibrant reds, yellows, oranges and golden,









