https://www.um.edu.mt/library/oar/handle/123456789/12437 Sat, 18 Apr 2026 00:26:36 GMT 2026-04-18T00:26:36Z https://www.um.edu.mt/library/oar/handle/123456789/12759 Title: Uncommon inflammatory breast diseases that mimic cancer : part 2 Authors: Vassallo, Pierre Abstract: Inflammatory breast lesions have radiologic features that often mimic those of malignancy. Infective mastitis is the most common condition that may be indistinguishable clinically from carcinomatous mastitis. In the last article, inflammatory conditions caused by immunological mechanisms including Chug Strauss, Amyloidosis, Wegener's Granulomatosis, Sarcoidosis and Diabetic Mastopathy were discussed. The present article will present three categories of inflammatory disease of the breast: those caused by atypical infections, vascular disease and a further group in which the cause is unknown (pathogenetically unclassified). These less common forms of inflammatory breast disease constitute an even greater diagnostic dilemma and always require biopsy. Sat, 01 Jan 2011 00:00:00 GMT https://www.um.edu.mt/library/oar/handle/123456789/12759 2011-01-01T00:00:00Z https://www.um.edu.mt/library/oar/handle/123456789/12758 Title: Prescribing humour in healthcare : part 1 Authors: Agius, Joseph Abstract: The most creative aspect of language is humour I and it is one of the most important topics in the study of communication. The healing power of humour and laughter has been recorded and used throughout history. Humour is universal and there are claims of very beneficial effects from the use of positive feelings and emotions associated with laughter. Bertrand Russell notes that -Laughter is the most inexpensive and most effective wonder drug. Laughter is a universal medicine". During last October and November, the author had the opportunity and pleasure to deliver an eight week course on 'Prescribing Humor in Health Care: And I ain't kiddin!' to health professionals. The course was very well organized and coordinated by the Mana Institute of Medical Education (MIME). Eighteen participants took part in course and professionals included doctors, nurses, physiotherapists, radiographers, psychotherapists, occupational therapists and speech language pathologists among others. Sat, 01 Jan 2011 00:00:00 GMT https://www.um.edu.mt/library/oar/handle/123456789/12758 2011-01-01T00:00:00Z https://www.um.edu.mt/library/oar/handle/123456789/12757 Title: Healing & disease reversal : the series Authors: Cilia Vincenti, Albert Abstract: This series explores Dean Ornish's 30-year research experience into healing and disease reversal by dietary and lifestyle changes. He is a California University Professor of Medicine in San Francisco. This instalment introduces 'good' and 'bad' carbohydrates Sat, 01 Jan 2011 00:00:00 GMT https://www.um.edu.mt/library/oar/handle/123456789/12757 2011-01-01T00:00:00Z https://www.um.edu.mt/library/oar/handle/123456789/12755 Title: Herbal medicine : a legal perspective Authors: Attard, Everaldo Abstract: Although within the European Union, herbal medicines are considered as alternative medicines or are used in adjunct therapies; their use is considered as an important component of the European health care system. This is due to the fact that herbal medicine forms part of the European tradition. In spite of the diversity of options between Member States, herbal medicines used in different therapies should be made available to all European citizens. However, although the efficacy of certain medicines is rather disputable, the European Commission aims at safeguarding the European consumer by ensuring that these medicines are safe and of an adequate quality. Sat, 01 Jan 2011 00:00:00 GMT https://www.um.edu.mt/library/oar/handle/123456789/12755 2011-01-01T00:00:00Z