The oral cavity is the vestibule of the brain. Periodontal inflammatory diseases and Alzheimer’s disease
Alzheimer’s disease is most commonly associated with memory impairment, disorientation, and irreversible neurodegenerative changes in the brain. We rarely think of it in the context of… a toothbrush. Meanwhile, an increasing number of studies suggest that oral inflammatory processes may be far more important for overall health, especially brain health, than previously assumed. A new […]
Chronic stress and the course of cancer
Stress is a constant companion in the oncologist’s office. It appears at the time of diagnosis, increases with each stage of treatment, and often does not resolve even after therapy formally ends. It accompanies therapeutic decisions, waiting for test results, fear of recurrence, and changes in daily functioning. Studies show that chronic stress can trigger […]
Obesity, treatment, and shame. What do Polish women really think about pharmacotherapy?
Obesity is increasingly referred to as a chronic disease. This is also how it is defined in the recommendations of scientific societies. In practice, however, many women who decide to undergo pharmacological treatment still face judgment from those around them, and often also their own feelings of shame. A study conducted by a team of […]
ESMO Course in Medical Oncology for Medical Students
At the invitation of the European Society for Medical Oncology (ESMO), we encourage students to participate in the ESMO Course in Medical Oncology for Medical Students, which will take place from 24–28 July 2026 in Valencia, Spain. This is an annual, four-day, in-person course aimed at 4th- and 5th-year medical students from around the world. […]
L’Oréal–UNESCO For Women in Science
The 26th edition of the prestigious L’Oréal–UNESCO For Women in Science fellowship program, supporting outstanding female researchers, has been launched. The initiative is carried out under the auspices of L’Oréal Polska Sp. z o.o., the Polish National Commission for UNESCO, the Ministry of Science and Higher Education, the Polish Academy of Sciences, and the UN […]
Clinical Science Scholars Program
Harvard Medical School and Semmelweis University Launch the 4th Edition of the Clinical Science Scholars Program Harvard Medical School and Semmelweis University are launching the fourth edition of the prestigious educational initiative, the Clinical Science Scholars Program: Semmelweis University (CSS). This innovative certificate program is designed for early-career clinical researchers who want to develop their […]