At its simplest, we can say that this is a disease caused by the fact that cells are unable to absorb sugar (glucose) from the blood and use it as energy necessary for the development of the normal functions of any living organism. And, for that reason, the human body will be at risk of failing to perform its normal functions. It is like a key that does not open the lock; in other words, the sugar exists but does not enter the cells to feed them.

About 7 to 10 million people worldwide, and 20,000 in Portugal, live with Parkinson's disease, which is, after Alzheimer's, the most common neurodegenerative disease. The increase in life expectancy will almost inevitably lead to a consider...

Alzheimer’s disease, aneurodegenerative disease, is the most common form of dementia, accounting for 60 to 70% of cases. This disease affects memory, reasoning, personality, and behaviour. It is important to know how to recognize it.

Knowing more about hypertension is the first step to prevent and control a disease that evolves without symptoms, but which poses great health risks.

High blood pressure is something you cannot feel. But, once it is diagnosed, it must be adequately treated. Learn what anti-hypertension drugs are and how to use them.

Allergic rhinitis is a chronic respiratory disease of the nasal mucosa characterized by inflammation caused by allergens. It is the most prevalent pathology of allergic diseases and the number of patients has been increasing, being now a public heal...

Depression is a mental illness that can affect people of any age and social class. It is characterized by feelings of anguish and deep sadness that cannot be managed and that have a great impact on the patient's ability to perform daily life tas...

Chronic venous insufficiency (CVI) occurs when the valves that exist in the veins are not working effectively, causing a malfunctioning of the venous system, which may or may not be associated with obstruction of the venous flow. CVI is considered a...