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HEds students: Zoé Sciboz, Mathilde Pocheron, Vincent Philipona HEIA students: Raul Santos Berreira, Cyril Curtnenaz, Astrit Aslani A space dedicated to parents of children with cystic fibrosis Cystic fibrosis is a chronic, hereditary genetic disorder that primarily affects the lungs and the digestive system. It is characterized by the production of abnormally thick mucus, leading to recurrent respiratory infections, breathing difficulties, and problems with nutrient absorption. The condition requires intensive daily management: medication, respiratory physical therapy sessions, regular medical follow-up,…

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HEds students: Joana Jordao Marques, Leona Zenunaj, Claire Gapany HEIA students: Lionel Ding, Elwan Mayencourt, Ermal Fejzaj To help young adults with type 1 diabetes better estimate the carbohydrate content of their regular meals Type 1 diabetes (T1D) is a chronic condition in which the body no longer produces (or produces very little) insulin, often due to an autoimmune disorder. As a result, people with T1D must take insulin injections for the rest of their lives and monitor their blood…

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HEdS students: Aicha Dagnogo, Sandra Da Silva Gomes, Jaelle Dialundama HEIA students: Théo Teixeira, Nirujan Visvarajah, Valentin Roch Preparing Family Caregivers for Challenging Situations Related to Eating Disorders Eating disorders, particularly bulimia nervosa, are a major public health issue whose prevalence is on the rise both in Switzerland and internationally. This chronic condition affects approximately 1–2% of the population. Beyond the direct impact on people suffering from bulimia nervosa, these disorders have a significant effect on those around them, particularly…

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HEdS students: Fanny Chassot, Charline Rigolet, Laura Dousse HEIA students: Justin Gachet, Ismail Mehmeti, Jérémy Prin An interactive narrative game to raise awareness about the journey and symptoms of PCOS Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) is a common chronic hormonal disorder among women of childbearing age. It is characterized by a hormonal imbalance that can lead to menstrual cycle irregularities, hyperandrogenism, fertility issues, and significant metabolic and psychological effects. PCOS affects patients’ quality of life both physically and emotionally, with symptoms…

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HEdS students: Solène Despland, Dorly Monney, Pauline Marchand HEIA students: Hugo Brinchat, Antoine Dill HEG students: Rami Garana An accessible and supportive narrative game designed to raise awareness among women and their loved ones about (peri-)menopause Menopause is a physiological process marking the end of a woman’s reproductive years, typically occurring between the ages of 45 and 55. It is accompanied by a drop in estrogen levels, leading to various physical and psychological symptoms: hot flashes, night sweats, sleep disturbances,…

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Acute myeloid leukaemia (AML) is a serious disease that can affect people of any age. It is most common in adults (70% of new cases occur in adults aged ≥60 years). In this disease, abnormal blood cells multiply rapidly in the bone marrow, replacing healthy cells. This can cause fatigue, infection, fever, bruising and bleeding. Treatment consists of chemotherapy to achieve remission, then further chemotherapy to prevent relapse, sometimes followed by a stem cell transplant. Patients placed in isolation as…

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Renal AR Learning Project Hub Chronic kidney disease (CKD) affects around 5% of the Swiss population, of whom 0.4% are classified as “severe”. This disease is difficult to detect because it develops for several years without symptoms. As soon as symptoms appear, the disease is already in the acute stage. The people most affected are the over-65s, and the disease rarely manifests itself before the age of 45. At present, there is no cure for CKD. However, certain treatments can…

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Prostate cancer is one of the most common forms of cancer in men, accounting for an estimated 20% of all cancer cases. Worldwide, 125 people out of 100,000 are affected each year.There are different types of prostate cancer, which means that each patient must be given personalised treatment. What’s more, patients often don’t follow the recommendations for physical exercise or diet. Another difficulty is that it is important for patients to be properly informed before they undergo an operation. The…

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