October marks the start of World Breast Cancer Month, which was announced by the World Health Organization in 1993. In addition, World Breast Cancer Day is held annually on October 15 in 44 countries.

The purpose of this Day is to focus public attention on global problems associated with breast cancer, to raise public awareness of approaches to prevention, early detection and treatment. 

Breast cancer also takes the first place in the structure of oncological morbidity of the entire population. 5% of cases are detected at stage 4 of the disease. More than 180 women die every year from breast tumors, of which every sixth was registered for less than a year from the moment of diagnosis. The disease is rapidly growing younger. Every 20th case was registered in women aged 20 to 40 years. More than 90% of all breast cancer cases are diagnosed in women over 40 years of age. The maximum incidence is observed in the age range of 40-60 years. During this period, hormonal changes occur, which leads to a decrease in the protective capabilities and stability of the hormonal system.

On September 17, 2021, the Ministry of Health of Russia, together with Roszdravnadzor and in cooperation with the WHO Representative Office in Russia, are planning events dedicated to World Patient Safety Day

For World Patient Safety Day 2021, the theme “Safety in care for mothers and newborns” was chosen due to the high risk and harm burdens women and newborns face from unsafe childbirth care. This problem has been exacerbated by the COVID-19 pandemic, which has led to disruptions in the provision of basic health care due to interrupted supply chains, a lack of access for women to receive the health care they need, and a shortage of qualified health professionals.

It is important to note that even before the COVID-19 pandemic, about 810 women and 6,700 newborns died every day, with the causes of this death most often occurring in the perinatal period (WHO data). In addition, about 2 million cases of stillbirth are recorded every year, with more than 40% during childbirth. In most cases, these deaths and stillbirths can be avoided by ensuring that safe and quality care is provided by skilled health workers who, in turn, have a favorable working environment.

The following slogan was chosen for the information campaign: "It's time to take urgent measures to ensure a safe and dignified birth!" This slogan calls on all stakeholders to accelerate efforts to ensure a safe and dignified birth.

Information about the World Patient Safety Day is posted on the website of the WHO, the Ministry of Health of Russia and Roszdravnadzor in the relevant sections.

Injury poses a serious threat to the health and life of adults and children. Every year, millions of people on the planet are injured, become disabled, lose their lives.

What is injuries? 

Injuries - a set of injuries sustained in certain circumstances for the same groups of the population over a certain period of time (month, quarter, year, etc.).

Of particular concern is child injuries. Injuries in children often lead to serious consequences, which may affect the state of health and performance in the future.

Every year on August 22, Russia celebrates the State Flag Day of the Russian Federation, established on the basis of Decree of the President of the Russian Federation No. 1714 of August 20, 1994 “On the Day of the State Flag of the Russian Federation”. On August 22, 1991, the tricolor Russian flag was officially raised for the first time over the White House in Moscow, replacing the red cloth with a sickle and a hammer as a state symbol. 

First, let's talk about the signs. That you have to go on vacation. Many people do not take full advantage of their paid leave, and even more are forced to work while on vacation. We all really need to pull ourselves together and start resting properly. Taking a break from work can greatly improve productivity. Conversely, working without rest is a surefire way to burn out.

Here are some signs that you really need a vacation: 

1. You are more and more like a passport photo

Any signs of chronic stress that might signal impending burnout are obvious warning signs: irritability with colleagues, difficulty concentrating on routine tasks, chronic tension headaches, back pain, stomach problems, or more serious health problems.

The season for the sale of watermelons and melons has begun. However, no sooner had it begun than there are already those who have poisoned themselves with these sweet fruits.

And this despite the fact that every year doctors, like a mantra, tell us that there are early watermelons and melons, which appear in abundance on the shelves of stores and markets at the beginning of summer, it is very dangerous. In order to sell their goods as early as possible (and therefore at the highest price), manufacturers use special fertilizers for their accelerated ripening. 

Meanwhile, even a single consumption of watermelon or melon with a suspended content of nitrates can lead to food poisoning. Such poisoning is especially dangerous for pregnant women, because it can lead to miscarriage, premature birth, intrauterine fetal death, and so on. Doctors confirm that with "summer" poisoning of varying severity, they are treated annually, as soon as watermelons appear on the market.