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Dizziness is a sensation of movement that is not really there. It is usually difficult to describe in words, and people use a variety of comparisons to tell their doctor what they are really feeling. For some it's “helicopters”, for others it's “the deck of a ship” or
Arthroscopy is an advanced universal method and minimally invasive surgical intervention performed for diagnostic and therapeutic purposes. The essence of arthroscopy lies in using a special device—an arthroscope—which allows the orthopedic doctor to access the joint directly. This is ac
Many people experience motion sickness while traveling on a yacht, ship, or in land transport. Sometimes these unpleasant symptoms persist throughout the journey, preventing one from enjoying their trip. If you struggle with motion sickness, the following recommendations from neurologist of the high
The advice and examples from this psychologist will help many parents feel empowered and understand the importance of not forgetting their own lives. After all, children with special needs are not a life sentence but a story that can unfold differently. How to help them was shared by Nadiya Viktoriv
During the summer holidays, the number of cases of childhood injuries noticeably increases. Children play in playgrounds, and every year, in addition to the usual rollerblades, skateboards, and bicycles, more and more injury-prone means of quick transportation are added: tricycles, scooters, hoverbo
According to Chinese wisdom, paying careful attention to your health during the harsh winter days will allow you to stay healthy throughout the year. Proper nutrition is one of the cornerstones of a healthy lifestyle, so food during the cold season takes on special significance. An essential aspe
Why are children with autism called special? What do they do differently than other children? How do they live and what do they feel? Through stories shared by a doctor, we can get a glimpse into the world of these extraordinary children, where everything is different. Stanislava Haponova, a pediatr
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
Summer delights us with a wide variety of fruits and berries, rich in vitamins and minerals, which are beneficial for a growing body. But are all of them equally safe for children with allergies? First of all, it’s better to consume seasonal fruits and berries. If they are grown in artifici
Summer is the season of vibrant berries and fruits, vegetables and fruits that you may want to introduce to your baby. However, a pressing question during this time is: when should you start introducing vegetables and fruits, how, and in what quantities to ensure it doesn’t harm the child'
"Medicine is unappealing when you grow up in a family of doctors," she says. From the outside, it seems like solemn white coats, noble life-saving impulses, and flowers of gratitude, but for those children of medical dynasties, it often means that mom or dad is never home. However, Yuli
...behind the surgeon’s mask. Surgeons are used to talking about diagnoses and patients, and we are used to hearing about them purely from a professional standpoint. Surgeons rarely speak about themselves. They don’t talk about the exhaustion from the burden of responsibility or the p
He’s an ordinary person in the crowd. No halo, no medals. Rushing to work. To a place where a unique kind of magic happens every day, because, like a wizard, he restores people’s mobility in just a few hours. Yes, those people in that crowd, who sometimes suddenly feel pain and find it i
"We're going to see cool Max! He's some kind of doctor…" This morning, Rostik tells his toy dragon Olo about his visit to the doctor. Last time, mom didn’t lie: Max wasn’t as scary as Aunt Tamara from the big, cold clinic... She stabs your finger painfully wit
What does a woman want? He, a gynecologist-surgeon, knows the answer for sure: a woman wants to trust and to be heard. For nearly 20 years, Oleksandr Popkov has been reading the non-verbal messages from his patients' faces almost every day, as soon as they walk through the door. Of course, it
Volodymyrovych, urgent! The on-duty doctor is calling… His mornings don’t start with coffee. The black nights are divided by the white coat of the medical day. In his nearly 20 years of experience, surgeon Maksym Shcherbyna has gotten used to juggling sleep and pushing aside tho
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