Urban Malta – the Challenge faced by Maltese
by Sarah Craus and reviewed by Dr. D. Sammut It is a known fact that Malta is one of the countries where obesity is a major problem. With over 60% of its population either overweight or obese, Malta has one of the highest rates of…
The Global Issue of Antibiotic Resistance: Can We Solve It?
Shafia Khanum, Dr Azra Pachenari (Middlesex University, London)
Medical students’ association concerned about the setting up of a new medical school
The Malta Medical Students’ Association (MMSA) wishes to express its concern for the news regarding the setting up of a new Barts medical school in Gozo.The MMSA welcomes the fact that Barts Medical School is known for its excellence in the teaching of medicine and…
Takotsubo Cardiomyopathy – The Broken Heart Syndrome
By Amy Chircop, Reviewer: Dr. Justine Farrugia Preca First described by Sato et al. in 1990 in Japan, Takotsubo Cardiomyopathy (TCM) is a cardiac phenomenon where the patient presents with features of acute coronary syndrome in the absence of obstructive coronary artery disease1.Although not frequently encountered,…
Medical students welcome work done to increase posts in the Foundation Programme
The Malta Medical Students’ Association (MMSA) welcomes the news that work is being done to increase the number of posts being offered in the Maltese Foundation Programme.
“A chance for Maltese medical students to make their voice heard”
by Rebecca Stoner, on behalf of the Malta Medical Students’ Association
Chronic constipation
Constipation can be a persistent condition with multiple, bothersome symptoms, which can impact negatively on a patient’s quality of life.1
New Study Shows Omega-3 Supplementation Reduces Biological Age
A new pilot study has found that omega-3 long chain polyunsaturated fatty acid (LC-PUFA) supplementation can reduce shortening of telomeres, a phenomenon that occurs as cells age and is related to degeneration and death1.
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Nimenrix vaccine being distributed by Vivian Corporation
Vivian Corporation, together with Pfizer, believe in the promise and value of vaccine in improving people’s life. Following Pfizer’s acquisition of Nimenrix from GSK, Vivian Corporation is now the sole distributor responsible for this important addition to the meningitis vaccine portfolio.
World Meningitis Day – 24 April 2016
The Word Meningitis Day Campaign was organised by Vivian Corporation and supported by Amputees4Amputees, the Malta Pharmaceutical Students Association (MPSA) and the Local Councils of Valletta and Sliema.