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SMA can already be treated pre-screening. It's a chance for patients diagnosed at screening to live a normal life

In recent years, tremendous progress has been made in the diagnosis and treatment of spinal muscular atrophy. This consists of a newborn screening program and a drug program that includes three therapies, including gene therapy. Thanks to the possibility of implementing treatment as early as the...

Dec. 4, 2023
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Maciej Miłkowski on changes that have taken place in hematooncology

An interview with Deputy Health Minister Maciej Miłkowski.

Dec. 4, 2023
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To whom the slot, to whom the rod?

On the night of December 5-6, when good children are asleep, Santa Claus puts their long-awaited gifts in their shoes, socks - or just lays them by the bedside, depending on the region of Poland and the size of the packages. But it's not just children who will be waiting for a surprise on Santa...

Dec. 4, 2023
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Today is World AIDS Day. Testing to detect the presence of HIV is free

On World AIDS Day, the Ministry of Health reminds people about anonymous and free HIV testing. They can be performed at Consultation and Diagnostic Points throughout Poland. HIV infection can be symptomless for a long time. If it is detected, the development of AIDS can be effectively prevented.

Dec. 1, 2023
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Palliative care - changes needed

This year, the Forum of Palliative Medicine, organized by the Polish Society of Palliative Medicine, was held for the 8th time. During the debate, experts discussed the abolition of capping of palliative and hospice care services, the situation of hospices run by non-governmental organizations,...

Nov. 29, 2023
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Refund: Changes to the Economic Commission

The Economic Commission was joined by representatives of the Health Ministry Sylwia Kacprzykowska, Katarzyna Klimkowska, Lukasz Kucharenko, Pawel Tobiaszewski.The Economic Commission is a team that conducts price negotiations with applicants for reimbursement of drugs, foodstuffs for special...

Nov. 29, 2023
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Latest research: 75% of people know that they don't eat the daily portion of fruits and vegetables recommended by nutritionists

● The report, titled "Building a Bridge Over the Chasm to Healthy Eating: International Fruit and Vegetable Consumption Survey, Trends and Attitudes," reveals the latest global perceptions and concerns about daily fruit and vegetable consumption from 32,000 people.● In addition to confusion about...

Nov. 29, 2023
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New board of directors of the Polish Lung Cancer Group has been elected for 2024 - 2026

On November 23-25, 2023, the annual, most important scientific event devoted entirely to the diagnosis and treatment of lung cancer - the 17th Conference of the Polish Lung Cancer Group - was held, bringing together nearly 600 participants. On the last day of the congress, during the General...

Nov. 29, 2023
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Meeting of the Parliament of the 10th term - watch live

Nov. 29, 2023
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Science4Pharma - Where the world of science meets beauty

At the Norblin Factory in Warsaw, a unique immersive Science4Pharma event was held, organized by L'Oreal Dermatological Beauty. It was a unique opportunity to deepen scientific and medical knowledge in the area of dermatological skin care and learn about the latest innovations in research on the...

Nov. 29, 2023
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Arlukowicz: You will not delay the adoption of this law even one day

If Law and Justice deputies were hoping to stall work on the "Yes to IVF" civic bill restoring funding for the procedure from the state budget, they were met with disappointment on Tuesday. It took the Health Committee just over an hour to prepare a report for the Diet. - You will not delay the...

Nov. 29, 2023
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When should one visit a hematologist?

Modern medicine has many specialties. One of them is hematology, which specializes in the hematopoietic system and diseases related to it. Blood plays an extremely important role in the human body, as it nourishes organs and has a major impact on the immune system. In this article we will answer...

Nov. 29, 2023
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Monika Horna-Cieślak elected by the Sejm to the office of Children's Rights Ombudsman

The term of the current ombudsman ends on December 14 - there is enough time for the Sejm's choice to be confirmed by the Senate.

Nov. 29, 2023
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What to do with the belly after pregnancy? How to take care of it?

Pregnancy is an amazing experience for every woman, but after the pregnancy is over, many are left with an unsightly looking abdomen that was left behind after the birth and wonder what to do with it and how to improve its condition? It's worth remembering that getting back to your pre-pregnancy...

Nov. 29, 2023
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Amendments to the reimbursement law: chaos in the transition period

Given that the legislative process for a major amendment to the Law on Reimbursement of Medicines, Foodstuffs for Special Dietary Purposes and Medical Devices took a long time (it took more than 2 years from the publication of the first draft to the enactment of the law), the entry of DNUR into...

Nov. 28, 2023
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Parliamentary Health Committee - live

Consideration of the citizens' bill to amend the law on publicly funded health care services.

Nov. 28, 2023
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NOVEMBER 30 KICKS OFF THE VTH EDITION OF THE CONFERENCE LONG-TERM CARE IN POLAND - TODAY AND TOMORROW

Over the past two decades, the divide between health and social policy in Poland has become very pronounced. It is particularly noticeable at the level of home care, which has been clearly discriminated against in recent years in the policies of the outgoing government. During the 8 years that...

Nov. 28, 2023
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Zbigniew Pawlowski: Access to TTR amyloidosis therapy is humanly imperative for patients

Interview with Zbigniew Pawlowski, president of the Association of Families of Patients with Amyloidosis.

Nov. 28, 2023
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Public Finance Committee - Medical Fund - broadcast

Among other things, to give an opinion on the Health Minister's proposal to amend the Medical Fund's financial plan for 2023.

Nov. 28, 2023
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Specialized advice in diabetology and endocrinology for children more accessible? What are the MZ's plans?

The Draft Regulation of the Minister of Health Amending the Regulation on Guaranteed Outpatient Specialized Care Services has been submitted for consultation.

Nov. 28, 2023
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Parliamentary Group for Life and Family

Election of the authorities of the Team 2. Discussion of the citizen's bill on amendments to the law on publicly funded health care services.

Nov. 28, 2023