Increased risk of bladder cancer due to Schistosoma haematobium

Research conducted by International Agency for Research on Cancer show that persistent Schistosoma haematobium infection predisposes to the development of bladder cancer, especially bladder squamous cell cancer. According to World Health Organisation, over 200 million people in 76 countries suffer from schistosomiasis. Read full text »

Will the pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP) put an end to the reign of HIV?

In 1983 in Paris, a virus was isolated. To this day it fills physicians and the public with fear. This small organic molecule has the power of progressive destruction of the body and, consequently, deprival of life. Will the pre –exposure prophylaxis (PrEP)- so keenly supported by the specialists from the Antiviral Drugs Advisory Committee – be accepted by the strict FDA committee? Read full text »