From all of us here at the George D. Behrakis Research Lab, we would like to wish you and your family a wonderful Easter holiday! Please note the Lab will be closed for Easter holidays from April 5th and will re-open on April the 11th.
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Would you like to have a smoke-free home?
Researchers at the “George D. Behrakis Research Lab” are looking for volunteers to participate in the “Tack-SHS” project that aims to examine exposure to second-hand smoke, in the residence of smokers. More information:
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Editor’s Choice in Respirology
The Research Lab team is pleased to announce that our recently published article in the Respiratory Journal was recently chosen as Editor’s choice for the March 2018 Issue (Issue 23.3)! You can read our abstract below and access the full article on the RESPIROLOGY website. The news was also shared on Respoirology’s Twitter account! The Greek study...
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World Cancer Day – February 4th, 2018
What is Cancer? Cancer is a generic term for a group of diseases and can affect any body organ. Cancer arises from the interaction between genetic and environmental factors. Known environmental carcinogenic factors can be: Physical (ie. Ultraviolet radiation) Chemical (ie. Components of tobacco smoke) or Biological (ie. infections from viruses, bacteria or parasites) Presentation...
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Influenza
Influenza (also known as the flu) is a highly contagious illness for all ages and is spread easily from person to person by coughing, sneezing, or touching contaminated surfaces. Flu Symptoms Fever (temperature higher than 37.8ºC) that lasts 2-5 days Headache and muscle aches Fatigue Cough and sore throat may also be present Flu symptoms usually...