Bilingualism: Facts and Myths
04/05/2022
What do we mean by bilingualism? Bilingualism is the ability to understand and/or use two or more languages.The term therefore also includes multilingualism, referring to the knowledge and/or use of several different languages. A bilingual individual does not necessarily have equal fluency in both languages. Moreover, bilingual people are able to use one language over […]
Back Pain: Acute vs Chronic
23/03/2022
Prevalence Low back pain is the leading cause of disability in the UK, with estimates showing that 8 out of 10 adults will experience at least one episode during their lifetime. We spoke with our physiotherapist, Pietro Mazzariello, who shared key insights on this common issue. “While most cases resolve within a few weeks,” says […]
Physical Activity During Pregnancy
04/03/2022
By our midwife Katia Ciccarella Too often, expectant mothers still believe that pregnancy necessarily means limiting—or even stopping—physical activity. Unless prescribed for specific medical reasons, absolute rest during pregnancy can lead to excessive weight gain, reduced awareness of bodily changes, physical discomfort (such as back pain, swelling in the legs and ankles), and even emotional […]
ABOUT COVID: FROM EMERGENCY TO COEXISTENCE
24/02/2022
By Dr. Elisa Gatti and Dr. Cristina Vismara Two years after the onset of the pandemic, in a time when society is being encouraged—legislatively and culturally—to return to “normal,” it can be useful to reflect from a psychological and emotional perspective. We started from a state of heightened alert and activation, marked by destabilizing emotions […]
Colorectal Cancer: Diagnosis and Treatment
17/02/2022
Colorectal cancer is a type of cancer that forms in the tissues of the colon (the longest part of the large intestine) or the rectum (the portion of the intestine closest to the anus). Like all cancers, colorectal cancer results from the uncontrolled growth of cells, in this case the epithelial cells of the mucosa […]
How to Strengthen Our Immune System During the Colder Months
10/02/2022
Having an efficient immune system is essential to protect us from illness and infection. This is always true, but especially so during a public health emergency like the one caused by COVID-19. What can we do to improve our immune defenses? The immune system’s activity is strongly influenced by our diet. To function properly, it […]
Visual Snow Syndrome
03/02/2022
Imagine seeing the world through a thick veil of static—like the “snow” on an old television with no signal.Now imagine seeing this constantly, without relief, and not being able to explain to anyone exactly what you’re seeing. This describes quite accurately the daily life of a typical patient with Visual Snow Syndrome (VSS). What is […]
Rosacea: Does It Get Worse in Winter?
20/01/2022
Rosacea is an inflammatory skin condition. Factors such as obesity, smoking, and excessive alcohol consumption can contribute to its development. The most common form—erythematotelangiectatic rosacea—is widely known as couperose. It’s essential to understand what should be avoided and what can be used in managing the condition. We discussed this with Dr. Sara Pruneddu, our dermatologist. […]
Languishing: A Consequence of the Pandemic
11/01/2022
Strategies for Coping During the COVID-19 pandemic, people experienced a wide range of emotions. These emotions shifted in intensity depending on the rising number of cases, the polarized discourse on social media and in the press, and the constant hope (never lost!) that one day life would return to some form of normality. Among the […]
ADHD in Children: Symptoms, Evaluation and Intervention
06/01/2022
Difficulties with attention in children affect inhibitory and self-control behaviors and can significantly impact academic performance. These difficulties are closely linked to emotional well-being and often affect family life. ADHD (Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder) is a neuropsychiatric disorder caused by functional alterations in specific areas of the central nervous system—particularly the brain circuits responsible for […]