The St. Luke`s Hospital Gazette : volume 6 issue 2

Abstract

The “Etiological Factor” is the selected title of the editorial of this issue, underlining the progress achieved by medical science and specifically by preventive medicine, indicating also that in this regard we have come to know the human being better. In contrast with the progress attained through medicine are the social problems mostly created by people and nations, especially through war. Such problems, including abortion, addiction and special diseases will create the scenario that waits for the doctor to repair. Within the “Medical News” section, a list of Doctors of Medicine who graduated in November is presented. Additionally information is provided about outstanding lectures given by physicians, as well as advancements and new appointments, and obituaries. Furthermore, two interesting book reviews about oral surgery and organ transplantation are outlined. A scientific “Publications List” by graduates of the Maltese medical and dental surgery schools is provided. An Index containing an alphabetical list of the authors and the titles of the articles is also included.