Category Archives: sos

Paranoia: The Crucial Importance of Emergency Medical Services at Home

Paranoia

Paranoia is a serious psychiatric disorder that affects a person's perception of reality. In this article, we explore this disorder and highlight the importance of home-based emergency medical services, such as SOS Médecins, in the diagnosis and management of paranoia. Understanding Paranoia: Paranoia is characterized by […]

Relieving Heartburn: Causes, Symptoms and Solutions in Fez

Heartburn

Heartburn is an unpleasant burning sensation that usually occurs in the upper abdomen, behind the breastbone. This condition, also known as gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), is caused by the reflux of acidic stomach contents into the esophagus, causing irritation and a burning sensation. In Fez, […]

Blood donation

This is a process by which a blood donor volunteers to have blood drawn, which is then stored in a blood bank before being transfused to a sick person during a blood transfusion. What are the needs? Red blood cells are primarily used in hematology (blood diseases) and oncology. They are […]

Winter tips

It's winter, temperatures are dropping, and to protect yourself from catching a chill, a cold, and fatigue… here are a few tips. Don't overheat your home. Opt for warm materials. Exercise. Avoid tight, new shoes. Adopt a winter diet: Fruits, vegetables, and starchy foods.

Winter and the risks of carbon monoxide poisoning

An invisible, odorless, and non-irritating gas, carbon monoxide (CO) is a leading cause of accidental death in Morocco. Every year, numerous cases of accidental carbon monoxide poisoning in the home are recorded. Some survivors may suffer lifelong consequences. Its presence in the air results from the malfunctioning […]

Oral herpes

Herpes is a highly contagious virus that remains in the body for life. There is one virus for oral herpes, called Herpes Simplex Virus 1 (HSV1), and another for genital herpes (HSV2). Herpes can sometimes cause visible symptoms. For example, that infamous cold sore that bothers and worries you so much. Once introduced […]

High cholesterol: symptoms and diet

Cholesterol is an essential fat for the body; however, it increases cardiovascular risk when its level exceeds normal values. Symptoms: Among the symptoms that can indicate hypercholesterolemia is chest pain, which can be indirectly linked to excessively high cholesterol levels. Indeed, in cases of excess cholesterol, […]

Sweating: methods to stop it

Excessive sweating is a daily nuisance for yourself… and for others! However, there are simple and inexpensive ways to get rid of it. Aloe vera: Thanks to its moisturizing, purifying, and antiseptic properties, aloe vera is ideal for treating excessive sweating. Clothing made of […]

E. coli: a friend or foe bacterium?

Escherichia coli, or E. coli, is a bacterium naturally present in the intestines of humans and most mammals. Far from being pathogenic, it makes up approximately 801 TP3T of our gut flora and contributes to the proper functioning of the gastrointestinal system. Together with 400 other species, it forms a stable ecosystem essential for maintaining good health. […]

Improve your intestinal transit

Whether during stressful periods, family dinners, or simply in everyday life, we quickly develop bad eating habits. Taking care of your digestion is essential for long-term health. Intestinal transit is considered regulated when bowel movements occur between three times a day […]