Observed on the last Thursday of March, World Multiple Myeloma Day serves as an important occasion to increase awareness about this rare and malignant disease affecting the bone marrow. Multiple myeloma is characterized by the excessive production of malignant plasma cells, which are normally a crucial part of the immune system and should make up…
The Neurology Clinic of the University Clinical Center Tuzla (UKC Tuzla) actively participated in the global observance of Purple Day, held on March 26, dedicated to supporting individuals living with epilepsy. As part of this initiative, the clinic organized a series of educational activities, including expert lectures on epilepsy. Additionally, neurologists engaged with the public…
An international symposium on colon cancer was held in Osijek, bringing together experts to discuss the latest scientific findings and multidisciplinary approaches to diagnosis and treatment. Among the invited speakers was Professor Dr. Ervin Alibegović, Assistant Director for Teaching and Scientific Research at the University Clinical Center Tuzla, specialist in internal medicine, and gastroenterologist. The…
On the occasion of World Tuberculosis Day, observed on March 24, Dr. Abdulah Redžepagić, specialist in pneumophthisiology and head of the Tuberculosis Department at the Pulmonary Diseases Clinic of the University Clinical Center Tuzla, highlights the importance of raising awareness about this infectious disease, which remains a significant public health challenge. “Tuberculosis has existed since…
Down Syndrome International has officially designated March 21 as World Down Syndrome Day to raise awareness and promote inclusion for individuals with Down syndrome. The date March 21 (3/21) was chosen symbolically, representing the three copies of the 21st chromosome, which is the genetic characteristic of Down syndrome. The goal of this global observance is…