https://www.um.edu.mt/library/oar/handle/123456789/46852 Sun, 19 Apr 2026 00:23:28 GMT 2026-04-19T00:23:28Z https://www.um.edu.mt/library/oar/handle/123456789/44471 Title: Choosing funds : is it the singer or the song? Abstract: Before deciding which fund to invest in, check out the fund manager first. A fund manager's track record is the most important factor when a stockbroker or investment consultant makes asset allocation assessments about clients' investments. Mon, 01 May 2006 00:00:00 GMT https://www.um.edu.mt/library/oar/handle/123456789/44471 2006-05-01T00:00:00Z https://www.um.edu.mt/library/oar/handle/123456789/44466 Title: Assessment of people with memory symptoms Abstract: Dementia is a term that refers to those disorders of the brain that result in progressive impairment of brain functions such as memory, language, judgement and thinking. Dementia affects the ability of the person to function and creates difficulties in performing familiar and previously known tasks, eventually even impairing the person's ability to take care of oneself. The commonest cause of dementia is Alzheimer's Disease, accounting for some 50 - 60% of all cases of dementia. Other common conditions resulting in dementia are Vascular Dementia and Lewy Body Disease. There is currently no definite cure from dementia, but treatment is now available that may help some of the symptoms and may help regain some abilities, delaying the need for nursing home care. Mon, 01 May 2006 00:00:00 GMT https://www.um.edu.mt/library/oar/handle/123456789/44466 2006-05-01T00:00:00Z https://www.um.edu.mt/library/oar/handle/123456789/44465 Title: The dynamic role of the antibiotic pharmacist Abstract: Optimal use of antimicrobials is essential in the face of escalating antibiotic resistance, and requires cooperation from all sectors of the health care system. Antibiotics are used in most hospital specialities and approximately 20-25% of patients take antibiotics at anyone time during a hospitalisation period. This varies from 40-50% in ITU's to 10% in ENT. Mon, 01 May 2006 00:00:00 GMT https://www.um.edu.mt/library/oar/handle/123456789/44465 2006-05-01T00:00:00Z https://www.um.edu.mt/library/oar/handle/123456789/44464 Title: The scars of Venus Authors: Carabot, Philip Abstract: This short report summarises the STIs and related conditions, seen in 2005 at the GU Clinic. This, of course, cannot be extrapolated to gauge any trends in the country as a whole and should not be interpreted as such. We need national prevalence studies for this information. There were a total of 1832 attendances, a 15% increase over 2004. 74% were new patients, in keeping with the clinic's policy of offering follow-up visits only if strictly indicated. More time can then be thus dedicated to new cases. 174 of the new patients were non-residents. The male: female ratio was l.6: l. The female attendances have gradually increased over the years, compared to a preponderance of males (M: F 2.3:1) in 2000. Patient self- referral remains the most popular at 78% of the total. Caritas referrals account for 4 .6% and doctor referral remains low at 16.8% (precisely the percentage for 2004) . As to sexuality 89% were heterosexual, 8% MSM (men who have sex with men) and 3% bisexual. Only one patient admitted to being lesbian. Mon, 01 May 2006 00:00:00 GMT https://www.um.edu.mt/library/oar/handle/123456789/44464 2006-05-01T00:00:00Z