What type of cancer is hereditary? What are the probabilities of getting cancer? From Quirónsalud Torrevieja they clear up our doubts about cancer. Cancers are predominantly genetic diseases, mostly due to the accumulation of mutations, which are also influenced by environmental and other factors, which in some cases may be the triggers. A small proportion of these
Specialists at Quirónsalud point out that nine out of ten patients with the most common tumours can be cured if detected in their early stages, such as breast, prostate, and colon cancer. Breast cancer is the most common tumour among the female population, accounting for almost 30% of all cancers diagnosed in women and also
Falls are a common health problem among older people and can have serious consequences. The traumatology specialists at Quirónsalud Torrevieja explain how to deal with these incidents with our relatives. Risk Factors for Falls in Older Adults There are multiple factors that contribute to the high frequency of falls, including: Intrinsic or person-related factors: Older
Dr. Mirko Alavena, Neurologist at Quirónsalud Torrevieja, answers the most frequently asked questions about the types of dementia in the elderly and offers advice on how to live with it. Types of dementia, what are they? "Dementia is a loss of mental faculties due to damage to the brain, which results in an inability to
Quirónsalud joins the Movember initiative to raise awareness about prostate cancer, testicular cancer and mental health in men November is Men's Health Month. This initiative, promoted by Movember, aims to address men's health issues, such as prostate cancer, testicular cancer, mental health and suicide prevention. The movement began in Australia in 2003, when a group