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Mesenchymal stem cells for the treatment of cerebral palsy

June 20, 2024

Cerebral palsy is a lifelong disorder characterized by movement disorders and postural problems caused by non-progressive brain injuries. Although there is no cure, therapies using mesenchymal stem cells (MSCs) offer hope for...

Ultrasound via smartphone

May 8, 2024

During an ultrasound examination, high-frequency sound waves are sent through the body, which are reflected by tissues and organs as echoes. The sound wave power of ultrasound devices used in obstetrics is...

Perinatal stem cell research: Prof. Breymann in conversation with Famido.ch

March 20, 2024

This episode is about the fascinating world of stem cell storage from the placenta and umbilical cord. Prof. Breymann, a recognized expert in the field of perinatal stem cell research and pregnancy, discusses with...

Desire to have children

Ultrasound via smartphone

May 8, 2024

First Children's Runway Congress at THE CIRCLE at Zurich Airport (May 25, 2024)

March 1, 2024

The new "Kinderstartbahn" platform brings together experts from pediatrics and related fields with the common goal of giving children the best possible start in life. Dates: Saturday, May 25, 2024 Location: Circle Convention Center at Zurich Airport. Expert audience and continuing education points Around...

Grisons women become mothers late

January 30, 2024

Even 50 years ago, Swiss women were older than the European average when their first child was born. However, there are also differences between the cantons. Text: Romina Kranz (Editor, Südostschweiz, January 30, 2024) In the last 50...

Application potential and current clinical applications of stem cells from umbilical cord and placenta

November 7, 2023

Webinar November 7, 2022, 17:30 - 18:30 CEST Speakers:

Cholestasis during pregnancy (Gentics)

April 20, 2023

Intrahepatic cholestasis of pregnancy (ICP) or pregnancy cholestasis is a liver disease that occurs in some women in late pregnancy. It manifests as severe itching, but without a visible rash. ICP can cause a temporary decrease in liver function in pregnant women,...

Pharmacogenetics and individual drug metabolism in pregnancy.

April 15, 2023

During the first three months of pregnancy, about 80% of women take at least one medication. Nearly 30% of expectant mothers consume four or more medications during this period, both prescription and over-the-counter (not including vitamins or iron)....

Iron Centre

Iron deficiency - Health programme CheckUp

12 February 2013

Without iron, nothing works in the human organism. And yet every second woman suffers from iron deficiency at least once in her life. In the red blood pigment, haemoglobin, iron is responsible for binding and thus supplying the cells with oxygen. The importance...

Iron deficiency with and without anaemia

1 June 2012

At the 5th Iron Academy (2012) "Recognising iron deficiency and treating it properly", the focus was on practical aspects of iron deficiency. The main topics were iron status in premenopausal women, then anaemia in older people and especially in those with upcoming major orthopaedic surgery. More in-depth workshops...

Prevention and healthy ageing

Care during the menopause: New consultation with Prof. Christian Breymann in Lausanne

May 31, 2025

Consultation hours at the AMiiA clinic in Lausanne From June 20, 2025, Prof. Christoph Breymann, MD, will be offering specialized consultation hours at the AMiiA clinic in Lausanne. You are in the middle of life - and want to be well accompanied through the menopause...

Menopause – Save the Date: Event in Lausanne on April 3, 2025

February 1, 2025

I am looking forward to the event on April 3 in Lausanne - with scientific perspectives, impacts and new health strategies on menopause. AGORA, Rue Bugnon 25A, 1011 LausanneProgram: 5:45 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.: Presentations and lectures with our speakers: 8:00 p.m. - 9:30 p.m.…

Swiss Longevity Day 2025 in Zurich

January 15, 2025

Longevity? How can we effectively meet the challenges of healthy ageing? Healthy aging from a gynecological perspective On January 15, 2025, the Swiss Longevity Day (SLD) took place in Zurich, where renowned experts provided in-depth insights into current developments in longevity research....