O mourning it is an emotional process resulting from a void left by the absence of a loved one. This Wednesday (2), the holiday of the All Souls’ Day marks the memory of those who are no longer with us. For many, it is a time of recollection, prayers and visits to the graves of […]
Men’s health: five reasons why you should see a urologist
Routine medical consultations allow comprehensive health monitoring, reducing the risk of disease and allowing for the early identification of problems such as cancer, hypertension and high cholesterol. This month, the campaign Blue november promotes awareness of men’s health and encourages preventive medical care. Medical follow-up helps to avoid complications such as urinary retention, which is […]
With road blocks, cargo with inputs arrives at Butantan 8 hours late
The trucks containing 520,000 eggs used for the production of flu vaccines by the Butantan Institute arrived at their destination on Tuesday afternoon (1st), with more than eight hours of delay in relation to the scheduled schedule. The cargoes, which were trapped in a demonstration by truck drivers near the city of JundiaÃ, in the […]
Health strengthens polio surveillance and launches outbreak detection plan
Brazil has not recorded cases of polio for over 30 years. The disease is contagious and caused by a virus that can infect children and adults. In severe cases, it can lead to paralysis in the legs. This Tuesday (1st), the Ministry of Health launched a national response plan with the aim of strengthening surveillance […]
Roadblocks by truck drivers hold back cargo for Butantan vaccine production
A load of 520,000 eggs used to produce flu vaccines, produced by the Butantan Institute, is being blocked by truck drivers near JundiaÃ, in the interior of São Paulo. According to the Butantan Institute, if the products do not arrive at the institution by the end of the morning of this Tuesday (1st), the manufacturing […]
Blue November: Check out answers to 10 common prostate questions
The campaign Blue november which begins this Tuesday (1st), promotes awareness of comprehensive care for men’s health. Although it is mainly associated with the prevention of prostate cancer, the action aims to highlight the importance of adopting healthy habits to reduce the risks of diseases as a whole. Experts warn that the male habit of […]
Consumption of caffeine during pregnancy can affect the lives of children
Starting the day with a hot cup of caffeinated coffee or tea may seem divine to some, but it can have negative impacts on the children of pregnant people, according to a new study. Children who were exposed to small amounts of caffeine before birth were, on average, shorter than children of people who did […]
Caffeine consumption during pregnancy can affect children’s lives, study says
Starting the day with a hot cup of caffeinated coffee or tea may seem divine to some, but it can have negative impacts on the children of pregnant people, according to a new study. Children who were exposed to small amounts of caffeine before birth were, on average, shorter than children of people who did […]
Health recommends Pfizer vaccine in children aged 6 months to 2 years with comorbidities
The Ministry of Health issued a technical note recommending the Pfizer vaccine against Covid-19 for children between 6 months and 2 years of age with comorbidities . The immunization schedule has three doses : the interval between the first two doses must be four weeks; the third dose will be applied after at least eight […]
Fiocruz maps sales of healthy foods in schools across the country
A survey developed by the Oswaldo Cruz Foundation (Fiocruz) assesses whether private schools in the country promote healthy eating in canteens. Preliminary results suggest that, in municipalities with specific legislation on the subject, the sale of products such as fresh fruits and natural juice tends to be higher, while the sale of chocolates, soft drinks […]