For decades, cholesterol has been the main indicator used to assess the risk of cardiovascular disease. However, science has shown that it does not always tell the whole story. Today, a lesser-known test—the measurement of apolipoproteins—can provide a more accurate picture of the risk of suffering a heart attack or stroke[…]
When we think of smile design, we probably imagine white, straight, symmetrical teeth. However, behind a smile that looks natural and harmonious, there is much more than choosing a color or a veneer. There is a diagnosis, a plan and, above all, a proposal designed for each patient[…]
When a child or teenager complains of pain in a leg or arm, it is common to immediately think of so-called “growing pains.” In the vast majority of cases, that explanation is correct and there is nothing to worry about. However, there is a small (but important) group of cases in which that pain is the first sign of a sarcoma, a type of cancer that originates in bone[…]
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With the growing amount of medical information available, Dr. Jorge Cervantes, a specialist in Orthopedics and Joint Surgery, emphasizes the importance of understanding that not all surgeries are the same and that the success of any procedure begins with an accurate diagnosis[…]
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In the pursuit of facial rejuvenation, aesthetic technologies (Liftera 2, Morpheus 8, laser) promise
extraordinary results without surgery. But can they truly replace a Deep Plane Facelift?
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For many years, talking about spine surgery meant thinking about large incisions, hospitalization, postoperative pain, and a lengthy recovery. For some patients, even the possibility of undergoing surgery caused more fear than the condition itself[…]
For many years, heart disease, kidney disease, and metabolic disorders such as diabetes were treated as independent problems. However, modern medicine now recognizes that they are deeply interconnected. This relationship is known as cardiovascular-kidney-metabolic (CKM) syndrome, or cardiorenal metabolic syndrome[…]
Surgery can mark a turning point in a patient’s life, but it is not the end of the process. In fact, it is only the beginning of a crucial stage: rehabilitation. Regaining mobility, strength, and confidence in one’s own body is what defines long-term success[…]
REHABILITATION: THE TRUE PATH TO A FULL RECOVERY Leer más »
The global dietary supplement market exceeds $170 billion annually and continues to grow with no signs of slowing down. However, it is one of the sectors with the least mandatory oversight worldwide. In Mexico, COFEPRIS requires a notice of operation and compliance with NOM-051, but it does not systematically analyze product contents[…]
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During this stage, women are more prone to joint pain, decreased bone density, and mobility problems, which can significantly affect their quality of life[…]
