In this episode, we explore latest research that could revolutionize post-surgery recovery. Imagine predicting a patient's recovery from heart surgery before they even leave the operating room—thanks to a protein you’ve probably never heard of: fibronectin.

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Fibronectin: Protein to help monitor and treat patients after heart surgery

This episode highlights the Scientific Article of the Month at Wrocław Medical University, featuring a 2025 study led by Prof. Michał Czapla’s team from the Department of Emergency Medical Services, published in BMC Medical Education. The research compares health care professionals in Spain and Poland, analyzing their preparedness, attitudes, and knowledge in working with LGBT+ patients. Powerd by NotebookLM (AI)

Surveying 673 professionals, the study reveals unexpected findings—while Spain scores higher overall, Poland shows greater LGBT+-specific knowledge. We also discuss insights from researchers involved in the HORIZON-HLTH, SP-EU-RCT project, which aims to improve health care accessibility for vulnerable groups through the implementation and adaptation of Social Prescribing (SP).

What can we learn from these differences, and how can we make health care more inclusive? Tune in now!

Not every patient is the same

Optimizing drug screening in hair samples using immunoassay enhances forensic reliability. This study refines cutoff values, reducing false negatives and improving toxicology analysis accuracy. Powerd by NotebookLM (AI)

Hair analysis - optimizing drug screening cutoffs for forensic applications

Are brief hallucinations and unusual thoughts a cause for concern? Psychotic-like experiences (PLEs) are a common but little-known phenomenon at the intersection of norm and pathology. Find out what causes them, how they affect life and why they are worth talking about. Powerd by NotebookLM (AI)

Psychotic-Like Experiences - a comprehensive review of implications

How has dental health among Polish seniors evolved over the past decade? In this podcast, we dive into a study from Dental and Medical Problems, which analyzed two national surveys (2009–2019) and uncovered key trends:

✅ Fewer seniors experiencing total tooth loss (edentulism)
✅ More people maintaining functional dentition
⚠️ Persistent disparities—rural residents and those with lower education levels face greater challenges

With an aging population, ensuring access to dental care is more important than ever. What can be done to sustain these positive trends? Listen now! Powerd by NotebookLM (AI)

Polish Seniors' Dental Health_ A Decade of Change

In this episode, we delve into Guillain-Barré Syndrome (GBS), an autoimmune disorder affecting the peripheral nerves. Drawing insights from a recent systematic review, we explore the prognostic factors and long-term outcomes associated with GBS. The discussion covers the disease’s rising incidence, key patient characteristics that influence severity, and clinical markers that help predict recovery. We also examine the latest electrodiagnostic tools, including nerve conduction studies and ultrasound, that offer deeper insights into the disease's progression. Whether you're a medical professional, student, or simply curious about GBS, this episode provides valuable, in-depth knowledge on the subject. Powerd by NotebookLM (AI)

Guillain-Barré Syndrome_ Prognostic Factors and Outcomes

New research from Wroclaw Medical University shows that the parasympathetic nervous system plays a key role in the heart’s response to hypoxia. PCNA treatment weakens vagus nerve activity and alters the heart’s adaptability to low oxygen conditions.

Can the heart rate be “hacked”?

At the height of the COVID-19 pandemic, primary health care systems across Europe were the first line of defense—but how did they really handle the crisis?

In this episode we break down a fascinating study: "Resilience of primary health care facilities – experiences from 16 European countries during the COVID-19 pandemic", published in Advances in Clinical and Experimental Medicine, the official journal of Wroclaw Medical University.

European Primary Care Resilience During the COVID-19 Pandemic

In this episode of The Deep Dive, we explore a large-scale study published in Dental and Medical Problems, revealing how systemic diseases show up in dental clinics. Based on data from over 82,000 adult patients in Mexico, the research shows that more than one in three had at least one chronic condition—most commonly gastrointestinal diseases, hypertension, or type 2 diabetes.

What does this mean for dentists, patients, and healthcare systems? We break down the key findings, gender and age-related trends, and what it all suggests about the evolving role of dental care in general health.

Tune in for insights on how oral health is deeply connected to whole-body wellness—and why a dental chair might just be the front line of preventive medicine.

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Not Just a Toothache – What Do Systemic Diseases Reveal About Dental Patients?

In this episode, we dive into groundbreaking cancer research from the Medical University of Wrocław, where scientists are challenging traditional treatment methods with a surprisingly simple combo: electricity and calcium. Forget high-tech pharmaceuticals—this deep dive explores how short electric pulses can crack open cancer cells and let calcium do the damage. You’ll hear about the three-pronged attack on drug-resistant colon cancer cells, the mysterious “calcium paradox,” and how this method might one day boost the immune system while sparing healthy tissue. Join us as we decode the future of cancer therapy through the lens of nanosecond electroporation, mitochondrial collapse, and immune activation. Podcast created with AI tools.

Shock to cancer cells. Electric pulse and calcium can jointly destroy cancer

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Fibronectin: Protein to help monitor and treat patients after heart surgery

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