A biomarker in a blood test makes it possible to diagnose Alzheimer’s disease

by Fundació Clínic per a la Recerca Biomèdica

A study by the hospital Clínic Barcelona-IDIBAPS, published in the journal Neurology, confirms the usefulness of a blood-based biomarker to diagnose Alzheimer’s disease without the need for more in...

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Can the symptoms of Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome be improved without drugs?

by Fundació Clínic per a la Recerca Biomèdica

Healthy eating and physical exercise are recommended to improve the symptoms of Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome

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A study confirms that the digital divide among older adults in primary healthcare limits access to the Health System

by Fundació Clínic per a la Recerca Biomèdica

Researchers from the CAPSBE and from IDIBAPS have shown that older adults have difficulty in making use of tele-consult services, and that the increase in telehealth is associated with a reduction in ...

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What does a colonoscopy consist of?

by Fundació Clínic per a la Recerca Biomèdica

A colonoscopy is a test for the prevention and detection of colorectal cancer but also evaluates symptoms such as bleeding or chronic diarrhoea. It consists of introducing a thin flexible tube about t...

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How does genital candidiasis affect women and men?

by Fundació Clínic per a la Recerca Biomèdica

Genital candidiasis is a common type of infection caused by the yeast, Candida. Although it is a common disease in the population, there are differences between women and men that are not so well know...

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8 tips to prevent cancer

by Fundació Clínic per a la Recerca Biomèdica

Avoiding tobacco use, leading a healthy lifestyle, protecting yourself from the sun and vaccination against infection by certain viruses are some factors that can reduce the risk of developing cancer....

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Why does your body itch if you have kidney failure?

by Fundació Clínic per a la Recerca Biomèdica

It is normal for people with kidney failure to have an itchy body due to drier skin and excess phosphorus.

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Living with varicose veins: tips to prevent the disease from progressing

by Fundació Clínic per a la Recerca Biomèdica

There are several causes of varicose veins, such as advanced age, genetics, pregnancy, sedentary lifestyle and being overweight. Although varicose veins cannot always be prevented, following certain r...

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Hospital Clínic-IDIBAPS and the CIBER have signed an agreement with Eiken Chemical to assess the efficacy of a new fecal test for screening for colorectal cancer

by Fundació Clínic per a la Recerca Biomèdica

The Japanese company, leader in screening for colorectal cancer worldwide, will fund the first phase of a multicenter clinical trial led by Antoni Castells and Meritxell Gironella, which will analyze ...

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Demuestran la eficacia de una nueva vía para conseguir la resincronización del corazón en personas con insuficiencia cardíaca

by Fundació Clínic per a la Recerca Biomèdica

Investigadores del Clínic-IDIBAPS han publicado un estudio en el que demuestran que una nueva manera para conseguir la resincronización cardíaca en personas con insuficiencia cardíaca funciona de ...

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Hyperthyroidism can be confused with an excessive response to stress

by Fundació Clínic per a la Recerca Biomèdica

It usually affects 1% of the general population but is more prevalent in women. Since it is confused with stress, it is usually diagnosed when the disease is advanced.

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Investigadores del Clínic-IDIBAPS participan en las guías para el diagnóstico y tratamiento de la hipertensión portal

by Fundació Clínic per a la Recerca Biomèdica

Estas directrices de la Sociedad Europea de Endoscopia Gastrointestinal (ESGE) tienen por objetivo unificar el manejo y tratamiento de pacientes con hipertensión portal en todo el mundo.

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