80% of deaths due to cardiac causes occur in poor countries

80% of deaths due to cardiac causes occur in poor countries

80% of deaths due to cardiac causes occur in poor countries Cardiovascular diseases are the main cause of death around the world. Every year more people die from any of these diseases than from any other reason. It is estimated that in 2008, 17.3 million people died...
Proper management of limb wounds

Proper management of limb wounds

The general practitioner is the first line of care Proper management of limb wounds  By: María Gabriela Gómez S. Wounds, cuts, or bruises on extremities can become a serious labor problem due to its high incidence of complications. True functional disasters come from...

Investigation of chromosomal alterations

Investigation of chromosomal alterations Early tests of fetal normality By: Dr. Jonel J. Di Muro Ortega. Ginecólogo – Obstetra – Perinatólogo It is a great concern for any father to know the “normality” of their future baby. A baby can be...
Myths and realities about human papillomavirus (HPV)

Myths and realities about human papillomavirus (HPV)

80% of women acquire the virus when they turn 50 Myths and realities about human papillomavirus (HPV) By: Dra. Sandra Milena Rodríguez Cárdenas. Gineco- Obstetra Much is said about this subject, certain things true and some false.  Identify myths and realities about...
Bullying, a growing problem

Bullying, a growing problem

Bullying, a growing problem Non-acceptance among children, how to handle it? By: María Gabriela Gómez S. Ring! Ring! The bell rings for recess time at school, all the children run excited to Enjoy breakfast, rest and wishing to have several minutes to play and run;...