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    Lung cancer, the deadliest cancer globally, is often diagnosed late due to its non-specific symptoms. In a bid to explore how personalised treatment options could improve outcomes for lung cancer patients, Dr Carlos Rafael Sousa, Molecular Diagnostics Lab Director at Unilabs Portugal, studied how medical professionals can use advancements in genetic profiling to detect and treat the disease based on an individual’s genetic make-up.
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    For over a decade Unilabs has extended our medical training and expertise to the wider industry via world-class training programmes.  In 2024 alone, more than 7,000 external healthcare professionals tapped into the knowledge, mentorship, and experience of these educational resources. This year, we are taking our offerings to the next level by merging our educational platforms, including our Telemedicine Clinic (TMC) Academy, into one unified entity, now known as Unilabs Academy.
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    Deep vein thrombosis (DVT) is a serious condition characterised by the formation of blood clots in the deep veins, typically in the legs. Accurate diagnosis and effective management are crucial to prevent complications, such as pulmonary embolism. At Unilabs, we use advanced diagnostic procedures to aid healthcare professionals in diagnosing and managing DVT. We spoke with Dr Jana Koporcová, to gain insights into the diagnostic and therapeutic approaches available for DVT patients.
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    International Women's Day (8 March) offers us a good reminder of the strength, resilience, and achievements of women around the world. While we celebrate these accomplishments, it’s also important to focus on empowering women to prioritise their own physical and mental health and wellbeing, something that can easily become neglected when daily life takes over! At Unilabs, we want to empower women to better understand their health needs, so that they can live their best lives. To do this, we spoke to Dr Salina Berhane M.D, Head of Breast Radiology, Unilabs Sweden, about the latest advancements and watchouts in women’s health and the helpful tests women wanting to proactively manage their health can request from their healthcare providers.
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    In recent years, the study of microbiota — the diverse community of microorganisms living inside, and on, our bodies — has gained immense attention, particularly regarding its impact on health and disease. Dr Giuseppe Togni, Head of the Department of Microbiology at Unilabs in Switzerland, recently shared his insights into this fascinating field, highlighting the profound connection between our gut microbes and conditions like obesity, diabetes, and mental health.
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    Partnership aligns with Unilabs’ specialisation strategy and reinforces Unilabs' commitment to expanding its presence in Switzerland.
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    Osteoporosis is a bone disease affecting millions of people worldwide and is referred to in medical circles as the ‘epidemic of the third millennium’. Characterised by weak and brittle bones, osteoporosis increases the risk of fractures and fragility. It’s called a ‘silent’ disease because it often displays no symptoms until a bone is broken. At Unilabs, we provide comprehensive diagnostic procedures to detect and manage this condition effectively. We spoke with Unilabs Slovakia Medical Manager, MD Jana Koporcová, to understand how osteoporosis can be diagnosed and prevented.
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    Anaemia during pregnancy is a common and potentially serious complication that can affect both the mother and newborn. At Unilabs, we are committed to supporting healthcare professionals with the necessary diagnostics tools to treat and prevent anaemia effectively. We spoke with Unilabs Slovakia Dr Jana Koporcová to explore the critical aspects of managing anaemia in pregnancy.
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    Gestational diabetes (GDM) is a metabolic disorder that can develop during pregnancy in women who don't already have diabetes. Managing gestational diabetes can help ensure you have a healthy pregnancy and a healthy baby. Every year, an average of 7% of pregnancies in the world are affected by gestational diabetes. We spoke with Dr Jana Koporcová from Unilabs Slovakia to gain deeper insights into the condition and the importance of early detection.
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    Ophthalmologists and pathologists are set to benefit from the launch of an innovative and essential reference tool, created by Unilabs Pathologie Paris (UPP)’s President, Paris, Dr Marc Putterman. The Anatomoclinical Atlas in Ophthalmology is a reference guide focussing specifically on oculo-orbital pathologies in adults and children. It’s the first French publication of its kind in more than 30 years and is available from October 2024 in both hard copy and digital formats. It’s now being translated for broader impact.
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    Prostate cancer is one of the most common cancers among men. In recent times, early detection, as well as advancements in diagnostic imaging, have greatly improved treatment outcomes for prostate cancer patients. We spoke with Dr Martina Martins Favre, a leading radiologist at Unilabs in Geneva with extensive experience in prostate MRI, to learn more about the role of radiology in diagnosing and managing the disease.

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