Frontiers of care

It’s not just about tests that need to be reported on, but an ever-increasing focus on the patient. Thanks to AI, the specialist remains at the heart of the diagnosis and treatment process.

Radiologists: how artificial intelligence frees up time for building relationships with patients

The therapy offers a treatment option regardless of the specific genetic mutation, thereby increasing the number of patients who can benefit from it

Duchenne muscular dystrophy: Prix Galien awarded to Italian drug that slows the progression of the disease

Early diagnosis and management are crucial for those living with dysphagia: new treatment prospects from research

Eosinophilic oesophagitis: what the symptoms are, why it is important to recognise it, and what to do

From 21 to 23 October, works by Andrea Olivari and Lucamaleonte will be on display at Palazzo Merulana in Rome to mark the 80th anniversary of Bristol Myers Squibb’s presence in Italy

In Rome, sculptures and live painting to build a bridge between art and science  

The clinical trials range from oncology to haematology, from cardiovascular diseases to immunology and neuroscience

Bristol Myers Squibb: “In Italia for 80 years, with 42 molecules under investigation and 120 clinical trials”

The Network connects 160 clinical centres and 60 laboratories on a digital platform to promote equal access to advanced, certified molecular diagnostics and could provide access to innovative research projects

Labnet, in 20 years 200,000 examinations and 6.8 million benefit for the SSN

Conference at the ministry, flash mob and exhibition in Piazza del Popolo in Rome: the associations present an agenda with six goals to be achieved

Ovarian cancer: by 2030 reference centres for 90% of patients

Aifa approves reimbursability of darolutamide with androgen deprivation therapy: improves disease control and quality of life for patients

Prostate cancer: with innovative drugs, treatment becomes personalised

Subcutaneous administration of nivolumab within minutes offers important advantages for patients with different malignancies with the same clinical efficacy

Tumours: immunotherapy is increasingly less burdensome for the patient and the hospital

In the summer, young Italian doctors will join their Albanian colleagues in screening and awareness-raising activities and to strengthen the roots of a broad collaboration that will include research and training

One Health Foundation: project in 36 summer centres in Albania and on the 'health ship' 550 tests and visits

Free medical examinations and check-ups will be carried out at ten clinics by 17 specialists from different disciplines

Italia-Albania: prevention goes on board the Health Ship

For the president of Imi, Daniela Massi, constant dermatological check-ups are necessary and even more protection from radiation is also needed in spring

Melanoma: hereditary one in ten cases, watch out for the sun's rays

Signed the two-year intensive protocol between One Health Foundation and FederCUSI, the Italian Federation of University Sport.

Healthy lifestyles, screening and medical counselling take centre stage at university sports centres

Artificial intelligence is revolutionising medical radiology, but the proportion of women even in top positions is still low

Women and science, only 26% engaged in AI: 'More inclusion needed, gap to be closed'

35% of the 50,000 signatures required to submit the popular initiative bill to Parliament have been reached: an important result, but further effort is needed, as Aiom and the Aiom Foundation, which promoted the initiative with the Airc and Veronesi Foundations, warn

35% of the 50,000 signatures required to present the popular initiative bill to Parliament have been reached: an important result, but further effort is needed, as Aiom and the Aiom Foundation, which promoted the initiative with the Airc and Veronesi Foundations, warn

Tumours, 105,000 diagnoses a year due to smoking: 18,000 Italians have already agreed to increase cigarettes by EUR 5

The mister's signature joins those of over 15,000 citizens and dozens of patient associations and scientific societies that have already joined the initiative promoted by the Italian Medical Oncology Association, Airc Foundation, Veronesi Foundation and Aiom Foundation

'I sign to increase the price of cigarettes by €5': Allegri joins campaign

Supporting new projects, especially in the maternal-infant area: the Joe Damiani Band's Groove ensemble concert will raise funds at the Borsoni Theatre in Brescia to help increasingly promote the study and application of advanced technologies

Rare diseases: an evening for the Golgi Foundation. Music and solidarity to promote biomedical research

The initiative is promoted by the Italian Medical Oncology Association, the Airc Foundation for Cancer Research, the Umberto Veronesi Foundation and the Aiom Foundation: it aims to collect the at least 5,000 signatures required for a popular initiative bill

Smoking, 27% of cancer cases and 26 bn costs: Italy's first campaign to increase the price of cigarettes by 5 euro

Training courses organised by Sirm to update Games clinicians on the appropriate use of diagnostic imaging concluded

Olympics: radiology's slalom to prevent and treat injuries of almost 4,000 athletes

The number of cases in women under 40 has almost doubled in the last 30 years: incorrect lifestyles such as obesity, alcohol and smoking are to blame, and it is essential to initiate genetic counselling pathways that allow prevention and possible treatment to be planned in a more targeted and effective manner

Breast cancer, here's why mammography should be anticipated throughout Italy from the age of 45

The areas involved range from Cardiovascular to Oncology, from Neuroscience to Digital Health, to Data Science and Omics. Bristol Myers Squibb Italy co-funded the PhDs

Precision medicine to change clinical practice: eight innovative doctorates launched

President Fraggetta: accelerate the modernisation of healthcare facilities also to accommodate AI innovations and increase the number of specialists

Pathological anatomy: digital slide in only one in three laboratories, hi-tech breakthrough needed

The new edition of the campaign against 'vaccine hesitation' arrives in Pisa. Specialists recommend anti-pneumococcal, anti-flu and those against Herpes Zoster, HPV and Covid-19

Patients living with a cancer diagnosis 'must have five vaccinations

Specialists at conference in Turin. Thanks to technology and innovation, the indications for these treatments are expanding. Interdisciplinary approach important

Shorter hospital stays and faster recoveries: the advantages of interventional radiology

Thanks to the vaccine, the risks of several cancers can be reduced. But we need to improve with coverage, for girls and boys

Papilloma virus, more focus on prevention: how much vaccination is worth for males and females

The disease causes chest pain, palpitations, fatigue. Early diagnosis and access to the most suitable therapies are essential, on a case-by-case basis

Hypertrophic obstructive cardiomyopathy: new drug helps thickening heart

In Italy, mortality in men under 50 has decreased by 38.6% in 15 years, but patients demand that the Diagnostic-Therapeutic Pathway be included in the Essential Levels of Care to guarantee the same opportunities for all

Stomach cancer, early diagnosis in less than 20% of cases and appropriate treatment pathways needed

Experts indicate what can be found and when. And they offer important pointers on how to behave

Sexual assault and date rape drugs, how to find biological traces of psychoactive substances

The election took place during the scientific society's 27th national congress, which was attended by over 3,000 specialists from all over Italy

Italian oncologists elect their top management: Di Maio as president, relay with Berardi ready

Oncologists call for the inclusion of the test in the Lea for those at risk. And they recall the value of genomic testing for precision oncology in breast cancer

Lung cancer, screening can save lives: who needs it, how it is done and why it is important

Its existence was discovered on 8 November 1895: Nicoletta Gandolfo, president of the Italian Society of Medical and Interventional Radiology, recounts this long journey and the changes taking place

X-rays turn 130 years old: 'From the first films to AI, how radiology has changed'

Laboratory medicine professionals and clinicians together to design virtuous pathways and foster the sustainability of the health service

Tumours and diseases of the nervous system: how the laboratory discovers them before they appear

AIOM Foundation stars in a tailor-made training course for specialists on the treatment of gynaecological malignancies

Oncologists and burnout risk: how to deal with the needs of carers of women with cancer

The acronym indicates what to assess to suspect a stroke and intervene as soon as possible to limit brain damage and increase the chances of recovery

Against stroke every minute counts: two million neurons are lost in 60 seconds, the 'Fast' method

A cycle of six meetings is planned from 4 November: guests include psychotherapist Massimo Recalcati, director Andrée Ruth Shammah, physician Marco Venturino, philosopher Massimo Cacciari and essayist Vittorio Lingiardi.

From art to patient care: the psychology agora open to citizens at the Milan State University

Disparities in access to care are mainly caused by age, place of residence, cultural barriers and socio-economic situation

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