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The challenge of humanizing healthcare

If we are all more humane, we can achieve the goal of providing good care to prevent diseases or obtain early diagnosis and timely treatment.

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Diabetes could be cured

The use of stem cells as a virtually unlimited source of pancreatic islets is undoubtedly a decisive advantage.

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Levels of family care and comprehensive health

It is necessary that in Peru the family doctor dedicates himself to carrying out comprehensive and integrated activities in the person, the family and the community.

The international laboratory analyzes innovative solutions for health

At the International Summer School on Sensing Solutions for Medical Technologies, doctors and engineers from Europe and Peru analyzed the use of sensors for the development of innovative solutions in the health field.

Medical students present their research at a scientific conference

Students from the 4th to 6th year of the Professional School of Human Medicine of UDEP participated in the III Scientific Conference “Jorge Alarcón Villaverde” held on December 6th at the Lima Campus.

They are investigating why anti-anxiety medications cause agitation in some patients.

Two professors from the Faculty of Human Medicine at UDEP propose a scientific molecular explanation for why some patients experience agitation instead of calm when receiving benzodiazepines, drugs designed to treat anxiety.

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The massification of medical education

A forum is needed to discuss solutions to an impending crisis that puts health at risk.

Spanish visiting professor enhances research capabilities at UDEP

Dr. Joan Valls Marsal, a lecturer at the University of Lleida, is undertaking a stay at the Faculty of Human Medicine to promote research projects and strengthen the methodological skills of the teaching staff.

UDEP professor presents advances on early adversity at international congress

Professor Adrián Arévalo spoke at the V International Congress of Neurosciences about the impact of early adversity on health and presented a comprehensive framework for preventive interventions and trauma-sensitive policies.

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They save a baby's life with personalized gene therapy

This case has opened up a new field in precision medicine, which consists of creating new personalized gene therapies that could be effective for treating other rare diseases.

Medical students strengthen family care for older adults

During the 2025-II cycle, students from the University of Piura taught the workshop “Caring Family”, aimed at older adults from the district of Miraflores (Lima) and their families, in coordination with the local municipality.

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The power of the Peruvian table: between tradition and nutrition

If Peruvian gastronomy has managed to position itself as a source of global pride, it can also be a driving force for transformation towards a healthier food culture.

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Primary healthcare: a debt with interest

Strengthening primary care is therefore an accumulated debt that requires comprehensive actions: development of rural communities, equitable distribution of professionals, and rigorous academic training.

More than 250 students from UDEP participated in a day in Pachacútec

Students of Human Medicine and Business Administration had a learning and service experience in Ventanilla. They collaborated in catechism classes, medical activities, and a community fair organized with the San Josemaría Escrivá parish.

Human Medicine held a ceremony of gratitude to the “body for study”

The Chair of Human Anatomy organized this emotional ceremony to recognize those who generously donated their bodies to contribute to the learning of future doctors through the donation of their bodies.

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Cancer: Early Signs You Shouldn't Ignore

Prevention, early detection and timely action save lives and are the best strategy to fight cancer.