Anosognosia, defined as the ignorance or denial of one's own illness, is a common psychological symptom among the elderly, particularly those with dementia. It leads to significant challenges, including resistance to help, non-adherence to treatments, and risks in daily activities. The condition is multifactorial, influenced by personality, cognitive reserve, type of dementia, and other factors. Caregivers often face stress and frustration due to the disruptive behaviors associated with anosognosia. Early detection, caregiver education, and practical support are crucial in managing this condition effectively.

A 78-year-old man underwent an endobronchial ultrasound-guided transbronchial needle aspiration (EBUS-TBNA) to study a pulmonary nodule in the left lower lobe, suspected of malignancy. Samples were taken from various lymph node stations, and histological results ruled out lymph node involvement. The patient developed a dry cough 72 hours post-procedure. Despite recommendations for mediastinoscopy and lesion excision by the multidisciplinary lung tumor committee, the patient declined further treatment.

The 2022 prevalence survey (EP-2022) conducted by the Spanish Society of Preventive Medicine, Public Health and Health Management (SEMPSPGS) in collaboration with the Ministry of Health, analyzed patient data to understand the epidemiology of healthcare-associated infections (IRAS) in Spain. The survey found a prevalence of 8.2% for patients with an IRAS and 46.4% for those on antimicrobials. Higher prevalence rates were observed in male patients aged 61-75, with various health conditions and those admitted to larger or long-stay hospitals. The findings aim to guide the implementation of targeted infection prevention measures.

An immigrant who arrived in Quebec at 14 recounts his struggles with the Quebec education system, highlighting a lack of guidance and support, particularly for those with mental health issues like ADHD. The author criticizes the complexity and lack of inclusivity in the system, which he believes hinders access to higher education and leaves students feeling abandoned and demoralized.

An immigrant who arrived in Québec at 14 years old describes his struggles with the Québec education system, highlighting a lack of guidance and support, particularly for students with special needs like ADHD. The author criticizes the complexity and optional nature of essential courses, contrasting it with education systems in other regions. He expresses feelings of abandonment and demoralization due to the system's failure to accommodate his needs and provide a clear path to higher education.

The 13th edition of the Puig Vela Clàssica Barcelona regatta, scheduled for July 8-11, 2020, has been postponed to 2021 due to Covid-19 and related restrictions. The organizers, including the Real Club Náutico de Barcelona, prioritize safety and health and will announce new dates once conditions normalize. The regatta, which typically attracts over 500 sailors and features historic yachts, is part of a series of major sporting events affected by the pandemic. The event is known for traditional sailing and has seen participation from notable yachts like the Creole, Moonbeam IV, and Sumurum, which have connections to historical figures and celebrities.

Petscop is an enigmatic narrative about trauma, framed as an unfinished PlayStation game from 1997, uploaded to YouTube. The series, which ran from March 2017 to September 2019, follows a protagonist named Paul in a Let's Play format. The game involves solving puzzles to obtain 'Pets,' leading to a secret underworld. The series blends internet tropes like Creepypastas and ARGs but transcends them to tell a unique story. The soundtrack, created by Tony Domenico, plays a crucial role in evoking discomfort and fear, drawing inspiration from late '90s video game music and contemporary genres like vaporwave. Petscop is a testament to DIY internet art, capturing the imaginations of many through its unique assembly of cultural fragments.

The article discusses the issue of forced disappearances, highlighting cases in Iran following the 1988 repression and in Spain during the Civil War and Francoist period. It criticizes the lack of justice and investigation by authorities in both countries, emphasizing the ongoing struggle of families to find and honor their disappeared loved ones. The text calls for truth, justice, and reparation for victims, and an end to forced disappearances globally.

Ryley Walker, a guitarist with deep ties to the Midwest, shares his new track 'The Roundabout' from his upcoming album 'Golden Sings That Have Been Sung,' set to release on August 19 via Dead Oceans. The song, inspired by a bar in Wisconsin, features a looping acoustic riff and lyrics depicting small disasters. Walker's influences include Chicago-based avant-garde musicians like Gastr Del Sol, Tortoise, and Leroy Bach. He will perform with Circuit des Yeux at Market Hotel in Brooklyn on November 3.

The study analyzes 90 cases of pleural tuberculosis, focusing on the values of adenosine deaminase. The research is published in the March 1997 issue of Medicina clínica.

Miguel Artola Gallego, a professor at the Universidade Autónoma de Madrid, has managed to break the traditional disconnect between intellectuals from Spain and Portugal, becoming one of the most respected Spanish historians in Portugal.