Articles on infectology

Rabies is a viral, extremely dangerous disease that primarily affects the brain and its membranes and always ends in death after the first symptoms appear. But humanity has ways to prevent the development of the disease, even if the virus has already entered the body. How can you get infected?

First aid Rinse the wound abundantly with soap and water for 10-15 minutes. This is extremely important to wash away saliva and the virus it contains. If there is no soap in the immediate vicinity, rinse with water. If you get to water even after several hours, you should still rinse the w

The main element in preventing the spread of rabies among animals is their vaccination. Yes, the vaccine does not protect each individual animal 100%. But vaccinating more than 70% of dogs interrupts the transmission of rabies among them. And they, as you remember, are the main source of rabies for

Rabies, as you know, is a dangerous disease that can be prevented through vaccination. People who are in constant contact with animals that could potentially carry the rabies virus can and even should receive preventive vaccination

Dear Visitors, Every year in Ukraine, there is a significant increase in flu cases during the autumn-winter season. The Ministry of Health of Ukraine emphasizes the importance of taking preventive measures to avoid contracting the flu and knowing what to do in case of illness. How can you catc

This material has been prepared in response to the questions of parents of our young patients. After all, every pediatrician at MM “Dobrobut” empathizes with the concerns of parents at every appointment and shares their anxiety over a sick child. We hope that this information will help a

A Column by Olena Shapovalova, Interventional Cardiologist at "Dobrobut" Medical Network Your heart during the COVID-19 pandemic: How to maintain your health and emotional well-being The COVID-19 pandemic has affected all aspects of our lives. It’s hard to find a person who is

Doctors at Dobrobut continue to gather and share knowledge regarding the fight against the COVID-19 pandemic. We believe that access to up-to-date international recommendations is key for Ukrainian specialists in various fields to provide effective medical care to Ukrainian patients. We invite yo

Guidelines for the management of critically ill adults with coronavirus disease 2019. Our doctors carefully study and translate the materials published by international organizations to combat the COVID-19 epidemic. We encourage you to read the translation of the guidelines for the management of

A child of any age can take a trip with you if you take the necessary precautions. Thanks to the recommendations of Natalia Sidelnikova, a pediatrician at Dobrobut Medical Center, your vacation will be useful and safe for your child and comfortable for his or her parents. Take responsibility for

Every year, about 500,000 people die from flu complications worldwide, i.e. 4-5% of those who contract the dangerous virus. Most of the victims are children under 2 years old and the elderly over 65. Why is the flu so scary? Acute respiratory viral diseases account for 95% of all cases of infe

The team at the Medical Network “Dobrobut” understands how important it is for the medical community today to receive as much information as possible regarding the provision of medical assistance for COVID-19. The Jack Ma Foundation, in collaboration with the Alibaba Foundation, has publ

Dobrobut Medical Network — is the first in Ukraine network of private clinics with a full range of medical services for children and adults. 16 clinics of the network are conveniently located in Kyiv. In view of COVID-19 pandemic in Ukraine, and in the whole world, Dobrobut offers testing b

Meningococcal infection is an acute infectious disease caused by the meningococcus (Neisseria meningitidis). The disease is widespread globally and is associated with a high mortality rate (5-15%), even with a high level of medical care. The infection is transmitted only from person to person via re

Questions About Pregnancy and COVID-19: Doctor's Answers Pregnancy is a particularly important time in a woman's life when she is responsible for both her health and her baby's health. In a time when the world is facing the COVID-19 pandemic, patients have many questions related to pr

Meanwhile, three-quarters of all children will experience ear problems at least once before the age of three. Why Are Ear Infections So Common in Children? Let’s take a look at the middle ear to understand why little ears often suffer from harmful microorganisms. The canal known as the E

Treatment of syphilis in women during pregnancy Syphilis is considered to be the most serious sexually transmitted disease. Syphilis is especially dangerous and insidious in women who notice the disease only in the later stages. Since the consequences of congenital syphilis in children can be ver