There may come a time in all of our lives when we have to deal with trauma from an accident, surgery or even suffer a stroke. Even when medical treatment is successful, rehabilitation is essential to achieve an optimal or full recovery. It is not less important than the treatment itself; on the contrary, it is an important part of the recovery process. It includes various therapies and exercises that help the patient regain physical capabilities...
Medical tourism has emerged as a phenomenon in the last few decades, mainly due to globalization and the development of transport and communication technologies. With the ability to travel easily and relatively inexpensively, people are beginning to seek specialized care abroad to avoid high costs, long waiting lists, or lack of necessary medical services in their home country. The importance of this specific type of tourism extends beyond the e...
Autism is a neurological disorder that affects children's development, especially in their ability to communicate and interact with the world around them. The first signs of autism can be noticed in the first months of life, but symptoms become more apparent between 12 and 24 months of age. Some of the most common signs include delayed speech development, lack of social skills, repetitive movements, and communication difficulties. According to t...
Crowdfunding platforms have established themselves as an extremely useful way to raise funds, especially when it comes to medical expenses. They enable people facing serious health problems to get the financial support they need to cover expensive treatments, surgeries and other medical procedures. Platforms such as PavelAndreev.ORG allow people with serious illnesses and their loved ones to tell their story and attract donations from a wide rang...
Cerebral palsy is a widespread neurological condition that manifests as irreversible but non-progressive damage to the brain. This condition can occur during pregnancy, at birth or during the period of early childhood development. The disease affects the brain during its developmental period - from birth to the first five years of a child's life. What are the forms of cerebral palsy? Spastic Cerebral Palsy: This is the most common form of t...
When confronted with a serious illness, it often turns out that raising the necessary financial resources is the biggest obstacle to getting the necessary treatment. The cost of medical procedures, medications and rehabilitation can be prohibitive for the ill person and their family. At such times, raising funds for treatment becomes not only a matter of survival, but also a way of uniting people around a noble cause. People mobilize to help, sho...
In the hectic everyday life, stress, anxiety and fear have become an integral part of our lives. Increasing cases of panic attacks, anxiety disorders, depression and various addictions show that mental health is more important than ever. Anxiety is not just another "bad day" or a temporary reaction to stressors. This condition can have a significant impact on anyone's quality of life. What is anxiety? Anxiety is the body's natural response to s...
Medical crowdfunding is an innovative idea that gives people in need the chance to receive financial support for treatment and medical procedures. This form of financing helps sick people and their families cope with the high costs of treatment, which are often prohibitive for most households. The basic concept of medical crowdfunding is that multiple small donations can be pooled together to cover fairly high medical costs. Crowdfunding platfor...
Cancer treatment is extremely expensive and requires significant financial outlays that begin with diagnosis and continue through therapy, follow-up care and rehabilitation. For many families, these costs can be an overwhelming task. Managing medical bills is critical to avoiding debt and financial problems. Fortunately, there are workable strategies for obtaining financial resources and covering medical bills. Being able to find and utilize the...
Imagine waking up every day with the feeling that everyone around you is hiding something from you or wants to harm you. This is the reality for many people who suffer from a personality disorder. They experience constant suspicion and mistrust, which makes it difficult to create and maintain normal social relationships. Even the people closest to them can seem like a threat. Their behaviour is often described as strange and unusual and communica...
Hypomania is a mental condition that often remains in the shadows, despite being part of the spectrum of bipolar disorders. It is a milder form of mania and is characterised by elevated mood, a burst of energy and even overexcitement. Unlike mania, this mental disorder does not lead to serious functional impairment or psychotic episodes, but it can still significantly disrupt the daily lives and relationships of those affected. About 2.8% of peo...