Health (Page 11)

The Aesthetic Physician Association of Malta (APAM)

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Dr Jason Debono, President, together with general secretary Dr Joanna Delia, treasurer Dr Charlene Scicluna, and founding members Dr David Grech, Dr Tyron Pillow, and Dr Anna Maria Fenech Magrin, are proud to announce the official launch of the Aesthetic Physician Association of Malta (APAM). Membership of the association is open to medical doctors who are licensed in Malta and practice aesthetic medicine full-time. Associate membership is also available for licensed medical Doctors who practice aesthetic medicine part-time. APAM has been set up to promote and advance the effective, safe, and ethical practice of Aesthetic Medicine for the benefit of medical practitioners and members ofRead More…

Monsoon

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Monsoon is a lifestyle brand that enriches everyday life with natural beauty, positivity and endless discovery… Our story begins with one man and his vision; to bring vibrant, colourful, hand-crafted artisan clothes from faraway places to the markets of London. It is a journey that started on a hippy commune in Ibiza, 1970, and finished with an overland trip east, through Afghanistan and India. Our founder, Peter Simon, returned from his life-changing adventures to pursue a new passion for beautiful, bohemian-inspired pieces with hand-printed, hand-woven and crochet design details, which he started to trade from a stall on Portobello Road, London. Three years later, heRead More…

perinatal mental health

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Perinatal mental health problems occur during pregnancy or in the first year following the birth of a child. It affects up to 20% of new and expectant mothers and covers a wide range of conditions. Here is everything you need to know about perinatal mental health… The perinatal period refers to the time when a woman is pregnant and the first year following the birth of the baby. The personal journey a woman takes during pregnancy, childbirth and early motherhood is unique to her. This period can be the most challenging or rewarding experience in a woman’s life and during this time it is commonRead More…

internet porn use

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In the 80’s and 90’s the closest we came to porn were productions similar to ‘Colpo grosso’ on Italian or Sicilian television or if you knew the right people you could get copies of the Playboy magazine or look out for page 3 girls on The Sun. In fact, in Malta pornography and obscene material was illegal until 2016 even if directed to an adult audience. As late as 2011, the Maltese Court of Criminal Appeal upheld the conviction against soft and hardcore pornographic films being aired at City Lights Theatre in Valletta. However, in 2015, the then Minister of Social Justice Owen Bonnici startedRead More…

vulnerable carer

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I was recently contacted by Rebecca, a 37 year old woman with invisible disabilities who, despite her own life hurdles, is doing an excellent job taking care of her own mother. As a vulnerable carer, Rebecca has been desperately pleading to authorities to be vaccinated against COVID-19, but her pleas have gone unnoticed. This is her story… I’m 37 yrs of age, and most of my life has gone wasted. Half of my life has been taken away from me due to my invisible disabilities. I never got to do what normal adults do: travel, work full time, buy a house or simply go outRead More…

miscarriage

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In a Facebook post back in 2015, Mark Zuckerberg shared that miscarriage was a ‘lonely experience’ and that ‘you struggle on your own’. He and his wife were expecting a baby girl after having three miscarriages. At the time, the post received 1.7 million likes and the couple received widespread praise for their openness to discuss such a difficult subject. Research indicates, that miscarriages are the most common complication of pregnancy occurring in up to one in four pregnancies. This loss can have devastating effects in both men and women facing this experience. Unfortunately, in most cultures, miscarriage still is a taboo subject and couplesRead More…

Anogenital Human Papilloma Virus

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In: Health, Sexual and Reproductive Health, Women

What is Anogenital Human Papilloma Virus (HPV)? •Human Papilloma Virus (HPV) is a group of viruses consisting of more than 100 different types.  •Most people who have genital HPV do not know they have it.  •There are often no symptoms.  •You can pass HPV to others without knowing it.  •There are many different types of HPV. Some types can cause health problems including genital warts and cancers.  •There are vaccines that can stop these health problems from health problems from happening. How does someone get Anogenital Human Papilloma Virus? HPV is transmitted by skin to skin contact. Skin to skin contact in the genital regionRead More…

cystic fibrosis malta mandy vella

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Cystic fibrosis is a genetic condition that causes mucus build-up within the lungs and the digestive system, causing lung infections and food digestion problems. Typically, CF symptoms start to show up in early childhood and worsen over time due to an increase in lung and digestive system damage, leading to an unfortunate shortened life expectancy. Adequate treatments can help reduce CF effects, promoting better living. Scientific evidence has shown that Trikafta (a.k.a. Kaftrio in Europe) has a positive impact on CF patients, improving their lung function by 14% (Cystic Fibrosis Trust). The downside to this is that it is a very expensive drug which makesRead More…

contraception education

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Contraceptive education and accessibility are pillars of sexual health… Contraception, or lack thereof, marks the beginning of so many issues and controversies. Such a simple, yet effective, concept often neglected by systems and institutions out of embarrassment and self-righteousness, only to then reprimand (and in Malta’s case, criminalise) the only solutions to one of the biggest issues that arise out of the insufficient knowledge of contraception. By systems and institutions I’m primarily referring to those of education and financial support – not only is there a problem with education but there’s also a lack when it comes to accessibility. According to the introduction of theRead More…

sex intimacy and relationships

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Menopause is associated with various changes which may affect a woman’s sex life. Lower hormonal levels, for example can lower your sex drive or make vaginal tissue drier and thinner, resulting in uncomfortable sex. Increased irritability or feelings of stress are common around this time, and sleep may be impaired by night sweats and hot flushes. However, sex and intimacy during and after menopause are not only about loss. Research studies focusing on this particular time in a woman’s life indicate that menopause can also be an opportunity for growth, healing and increased sexual pleasure and satisfaction. A woman can feel more empowered during herRead More…