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🩺 Don’t wait for symptoms to think about prevention.

Many serious diseases can develop without noticeable symptoms in their early stages. But which screening tests should you have, and when?

In the latest episode of our Top 5 Semmelweis Tips series, Dr. Péter Torzsa, Professor and Head of the Department of Family Medicine, shares 5 key screening recommendations based on age, gender and individual risk factors.

👉 Read the full article: https://semmelweis.hu/english/2026/08/top-5-semmelweis-tips-health-screening-tests-you-shouldnt-skip/

Semmelweis Summer University is coming soon!

From August 26–28, our international students are invited to three days of lectures, discussions and community programs at the 8th Semmelweis Summer University.

Take a look back at some moments from last year as we get ready for this year’s event, with more than 30 programs and the opportunity to earn 1 credit per day.

📅 Course registration opens on August 18 at 10:00 a.m. in the NEPTUN system.

Find all the details in the event below. 👇
https://fb.me/e/6XtbkNmW3

“We have entered the era of independent competition”

Dr. Tibor Kovács has taken over as Director of Semmelweis University’s Department of Neurology.

With 32 years of experience at the department, including nearly two decades as Deputy Director, Dr. Kovács discusses the challenges ahead, the changing landscape of neurology, and new procedures and therapies being introduced in patient care.

👉 Read the full interview: https://semmelweis.hu/english/2026/08/dr-tibor-kovacs-we-have-entered-the-era-of-independent-competition/

🔵Deepen your knowledge of oral manifestations of systemic diseases at Semmelweis University

Designed for dental students, dentists and dental hygienists, this one-day programme explores the recognition and assessment of oral mucosal lesions and their relationship with systemic diseases.

Through expert-led lectures and clinical case discussions, participants will strengthen their diagnostic skills and gain practical knowledge applicable to everyday dental practice.

🔗 Learn more and apply:
https://semmelweis.hu/short-courses/all-courses/oral-manifestations-of-systemic-diseases/

Women with endometriosis may lose a month’s salary each year

Pain and fatigue can lead to more frequent absences from work and reduced job performance among women with endometriosis. A new Semmelweis University study found that those affected lose an average of €1,757 in income each year due to work absences, roughly equivalent to one month’s average salary in Hungary.

Participants identified menstrual leave and flexible work arrangements as the forms of workplace support that would help them most.

👉 Read more: https://semmelweis.hu/english/2026/08/women-with-endometriosis-may-lose-a-months-salary-each-year/

🎓 The Clinical Science Scholars program launches for the fourth time at Semmelweis University

84 early-career clinicians, PhD students, postdoctoral fellows, and residents have begun Harvard Medical School’s nine-month program at Semmelweis University. Participants have arrived from Hungary and primarily from across Central and Eastern Europe.

The program develops essential clinical research skills, from study design and biostatistics to scientific writing, leadership, and teamwork.

👉 Read more: https://semmelweis.hu/english/2026/08/the-clinical-science-scholars-program-launches-for-the-fourth-time-at-semmelweis/

🔵Advance your expertise in photon-counting CT at Semmelweis University

The Photon Counting CT Academy is a four-day, case-based training programme designed for radiologists and clinicians who would like to integrate photon-counting CT into clinical practice.

Led by specialists with extensive clinical experience, the programme combines expert lectures, interactive case discussions and hands-on training, providing practical knowledge that participants can apply in their everyday clinical work.

🔗 Learn more and register:
https://semmelweis.hu/short-courses/all-courses/photon-counting-ct-academy/

🔬 How can genetics help make osteoporosis treatment safer?

Research by Dr. Bence Bojtor, resident in internal medicine at Semmelweis University, has received the Semmelweis Innovation Award for advancing our understanding of a rare but serious side effect associated with antiresorptive therapy.

His findings could contribute to the development of a genetics-based risk assessment test, helping physicians and patients make more informed decisions before starting treatment. Ultimately, this research may support safer osteoporosis care while giving more patients confidence to receive therapies that can protect their bone health.

Read more: https://semmelweis.hu/english/2026/08/research-supporting-the-treatment-of-osteoporosis-wins-semmelweis-innovation-award/