The Malta Independent 21 July 2026, Tuesday
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The battle between mind and heart: An emotional tug-of-war

Sunday, 5 July 2026, 09:39 Last update: about 18 days ago

In every decision, big or small, humans confront a timeless struggle: the war between mind and heart. We grapple with logic on one side and emotion on the other, each trying to pull us in opposite...

Antibiotic resistance: The next silent pandemic?

Sunday, 28 June 2026, 10:02 Last update: about 25 days ago

Antibiotic resistance is a major global health threat. It arises when bacteria acquire mechanisms that enable them to survive antibiotic exposure, resulting in infections that become increasingly...

The quiet strength of Hospice care

Sunday, 28 June 2026, 10:00 Last update: about 25 days ago

But what about the practicalities? Palliative care is all about ensuring the highest level of quality of life at its most vulnerable state. Many times when speaking about quality of life one...

Are you seeking external validation?

Sunday, 21 June 2026, 11:00 Last update: about 2 months ago

As humans, we naturally seek some level of external validation, the sense of being seen, valued, and accepted by the people around us. This might come as praise from a colleague, a compliment from a...

Venalta Cryogel: Refreshing care for leg wellness

Friday, 19 June 2026, 10:58 Last update: about 2 months ago

Venalta Cryogel by Alta Care Laboratoires is a cooling gel designed to promote healthier leg circulation through the refreshing effects of cryotherapy. It helps relieve sensations of heavy, fatigued...

The Dental Technologist’s Day

Tuesday, 16 June 2026, 12:35 Last update: about 2 months ago

The Malta Dental Technologists Association, MDTA, in collaboration with F.E.P.P.D., the European Federation for Dental Lab owners in Dental Technology Services, are promoting The Dental Technologist's...

Epilepsy in Malta – A mother’s story

Sunday, 10 May 2026, 08:45 Last update: about 3 months ago

When I was young, I witnessed a student at my school having a seizure in the cafeteria. The teachers had us leave the area, and rightfully so, but I recall being scared at seeing the person shaking on...

Managing your emotions during periods of global unrest

Sunday, 19 April 2026, 06:23 Last update: about 4 months ago

If you're feeling anxious or overwhelmed by what's happening in the world right now, especially the latest conflict in the Middle East, you're far from alone. Major global events like pandemics,...

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