Press review
The essentials of recent medical publications, unpacked by our newsroom into a clear, sourced digest, specialty by specialty.
Dermatology and VenereologyDoes Nicotinamide Really Prevent Skin Cancer?
By Ana Espino | Published on July 01, 2026 | 4 min readNicotinamide, a form of vitamin B3, has attracted growing interest in recent years as a potential strategy for preventing non-melanoma skin cancers. Inexpensive, well tolerated, and readily available, it is already recommended by some dermatologists for patients at high risk of developing new skin cancers. However, despite encouraging findings
Physical Medicine and RehabilitationExercising in Extreme Heat: How Can Performance Be Preserved While Reducing Health Risks?
By Ana Espino | Published on June 29, 2026 | 4 min readWith climate change and the increasing frequency of heatwaves, engaging in physical activity in hot environments has become a growing concern for both athletes and professionals exposed to strenuous physical work. Although the decline in performance during exercise in the heat is well recognized, the physiological mechanisms involved and the m
GynecologyOropouche Virus: A New Threat to Monitor During Pregnancy?
By Ana Espino | Published on June 26, 2026 | 4 min readLong overshadowed by other arboviral diseases such as dengue, chikungunya, and Zika, Oropouche virus (OROV) is now attracting increasing attention from public health authorities. Responsible for recurrent outbreaks across Latin America, particularly in Brazil, this virus is primarily transmitted by biting midges of the Culicoides genus. Until
InfectiologyWest Nile Virus: An Expanding Threat
By Ana Espino | Published on June 25, 2026 | 4 min readWest Nile virus (WNV) is an arbovirus transmitted primarily by mosquitoes of the Culex genus. First identified in Uganda in 1937, it is now present across multiple continents and has become one of the leading causes of mosquito-borne viral encephalitis. Once considered a sporadic infection, WNV has evolved over recent decades into a growing pu
InfectiologyChikungunya: Understanding the Mechanisms of a Virus Undergoing Global Expansion
By Ana Espino | Published on June 24, 2026 | 4 min readChikungunya is a viral disease transmitted primarily by Aedes aegypti and Aedes albopictus mosquitoes. Once confined to certain tropical regions of Africa and Asia, the virus is now undergoing rapid geographic expansion, driven by climate change, urbanization, and the intensification of international travel and trade. Responsible for a sudden-
InfectiologyChikungunya: Why Is This Virus Re-Emerging Around the World?
By Ana Espino | Published on June 23, 2026 | 4 min readLong considered a tropical disease confined to certain regions of Africa and Asia, chikungunya has undergone a concerning expansion in recent years. Primarily transmitted by Aedes aegypti and Aedes albopictus mosquitoes, the virus causes an acute febrile illness often accompanied by severe joint pain that can persist for months or even years i
InfectiologySkin Cancer: Is Sunscreen Still Enough to Protect Us?
By Ana Espino | Published on June 22, 2026 | 4 min readSkin cancer is now the most common cancer worldwide. Each year, millions of new cases of non-melanoma skin cancers and melanoma are diagnosed, largely as a result of cumulative sun exposure. For decades, prevention strategies have relied primarily on the use of sunscreen, protective clothing, and limiting exposure to ultraviolet (UV) radiation
NeurologyCharcot-Marie-Tooth Disease: Cellular Stress and Nerve Degeneration?
By Ana Espino | Published on June 19, 2026 | 4 min readCharcot-Marie-Tooth disease (CMT) is the most common inherited peripheral neuropathy. It is characterized by progressive damage to motor and sensory nerves, leading to muscle weakness, sensory impairment, and walking difficulties. Although more than 130 genes have been identified as contributors to this disorder, the mechanisms explaining why
Physical Medicine and RehabilitationPreventing Injuries in Young Football Players
By Ana Espino | Published on June 18, 2026 | 4 min readFootball is the most widely played sport among children and adolescents worldwide. While it promotes physical fitness and social development, it also exposes young players to a significant risk of injury, particularly involving the lower limbs. Ankle sprains, knee injuries, muscle strains, and contact-related trauma are common causes of time l
InfectiologyEmerging Zoonotic Viruses: Is Climate Change Setting the Stage for Future Epidemics?
By Ana Espino | Published on June 17, 2026 | 4 min readDengue, Zika, chikungunya, Nipah virus, Ebola, and hantaviruses: vector-borne and animal reservoir-derived RNA viruses represent a growing threat to global health. Over recent decades, several of these infectious agents have undergone rapid geographic expansion, triggering outbreaks that are often difficult to predict. Increased international
InfectiologyVaccinating Children Against Ebola: Is Protection Both Effective and Safe?
By Ana Espino | Published on June 16, 2026 | 4 min readEbola virus disease remains one of the deadliest infectious diseases known, with mortality rates reaching up to 90% during certain outbreaks. Children are among the most vulnerable populations: mortality can exceed 80% in children under five years of age, while their management remains particularly challenging in emergency settings. Since the
InfectiologyEbola: Does the Route of Infection Influence Disease Severity?
By Ana Espino | Published on June 15, 2026 | 4 min readSince its discovery in 1976, the Ebola virus has remained one of the most feared infectious agents in the world. Responsible for Ebola virus disease (EVD), it causes a severe hemorrhagic fever that can progress to multiple organ failure and death. Despite recent advances in the development of vaccines and treatments, many questions remain rega