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Hundreds of Doctors from 53 Countries Reunited in Turkey After 19 Years
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Hundreds of Doctors from 53 Countries Reunited in Turkey After 19 Years

The European VitreoRetinal Society (EVRS), one of Europe's oldest associations in the field of vitreoretinal surgery, chose Turkey for this year's international congress. The 20th EVRS Meeting, held in Cappadocia after a 19-year hiatus, hosted more than 500 ophthalmologists, experts in their field, from 53 countries. The congress, which featured intensive discussions on new surgical techniques, current knowledge about diseases, and surgical debates, provided international knowledge transfer.The 20th European VitreoRetinal Society (EVRS) Meeting, which had been postponed for 3 years during the pandemic, welcomed participants again this year in the unique historical setting of Cappadocia, one of our country's most popular unique tourism centers. After a 19-year break, Turkey hosted this...
Experts Emphasize the Unique Talents of Gifted Children
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Experts Emphasize the Unique Talents of Gifted Children

Specialist Occupational Therapist Cahit Burak Çebi from NPİSTANBUL Hospital's Feneryolu Medical Center at Üsküdar University provided insights into the characteristics of gifted children, highlighting that excelling in one area of talent does not necessarily mean excelling in all areas. He also stressed the importance of giving gifted children a voice and allowing them to make their own decisions.Cahit Burak Çebi, Specialist Occupational Therapist, shared the following about gifted children:"Gifted children perform at a higher level than their peers in at least one area of talent. However, excelling in one area does not imply excellence in all areas. It is crucial to support gifted children in the areas where they excel and have an interest. Additionally, gifted children may exhib...
The Rare Cancer that Touched Jimmy Buffett: Understanding Merkel Cell Carcinoma
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The Rare Cancer that Touched Jimmy Buffett: Understanding Merkel Cell Carcinoma

On a sad day in the world of music, the legendary American singer and songwriter Jimmy Buffett passed away at the age of 76. Known for his iconic song "Margaritaville" and a career spanning decades, Buffett's death shocked his fans worldwide. However, what made his passing even more poignant was the fact that he had been battling a rare form of cancer known as Merkel Cell Carcinoma (MCC). In this article, we delve into the depths of Merkel Cell Carcinoma, shedding light on what it is, its rarity, diagnosis, and treatment options. What is Merkel Cell Carcinoma? Merkel Cell Carcinoma is an uncommon and aggressive form of skin cancer. It begins in the Merkel cells, which are responsible for the sense of touch in the skin. MCC usually appears as a painless, firm, shiny lump on the skin that c...
WHO: COVID-19 Cases Increase by 38% in One Month
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WHO: COVID-19 Cases Increase by 38% in One Month

ISTANBUL (IGFA) - The World Health Organization (WHO) has released its epidemiological update report. According to the report, over 1.4 million new COVID-19 cases and more than 1,800 COVID-19-related deaths were reported during the 28-day period from July 31 to August 27.According to WHO data, there has been a 38% increase in cases compared to the previous 28-day period.The report noted a 50% decrease in the death rate, but it pointed out that the cases may not accurately reflect infection rates globally due to a decrease in testing and reporting.According to the WHO's epidemiological update report, there have been over 770 million COVID-19 cases and 6,956,000 deaths worldwide as a result of the pandemic.