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Prof. Giorgi Pkhakadze

Prof. Giorgi Pkhakadze, MD, MPH, PhD, is Editor-in-Chief of the Georgian Medical Journal and Chair of the Public Health Institute of Georgia (PHIG). He is Professor and Head of the Department of Social and Behavioural Sciences at David Tvildiani Medical University, and Secretary/Treasurer of the UEMS Section of Public Health. ORCID: 0000-0001-7609-4515.
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Tracing transgender identity through history: Evidence from ancient civilizations to modern terminology

Historical records from ancient Egypt, Mesopotamia, Greece, and Rome document individuals who crossed gender boundaries, though modern terminology for gender…

How Political Pressure on Science Agencies Threatens Public Health Decision-Making

Political interference in federal scientific agencies delays evidence-based decision-making and undermines public trust in health institutions, according to analysis in…

UK Health and Safety Authorities Issue Joint Warning on Asbestos in Consumer Products

UK regulatory authorities issue joint warning on asbestos contamination in imported consumer products. The OPSS, UKHSA, and HSE emphasise that…

UK Releases Rabies Post-Exposure Risk Assessment Tool for Clinical Practice

The UK Department of Health and Social Care has published a standardised rabies post-exposure risk assessment form to help clinicians…

UK Sets Minimum Age of 11 for Puberty Blocker Clinical Trial in Gender-Questioning Children

The UK has set a minimum age of 11 years for children to participate in a clinical trial of puberty-blocking…

Why Women Choose Freebirth: What Research Reveals About Unattended Childbirth

A growing number of women are choosing unattended childbirth, driven by desire for autonomy and institutional distrust. Research shows freebirth…

The Optimal Height for Elite Soccer Players: What Sports Science Reveals

Elite soccer demonstrates position-specific height selection rather than universal stature advantage. Analysis reveals that defenders and goalkeepers cluster at taller…

International Survey Reveals Critical Gaps in Cardio-Oncology Training Despite Rising Clinical Demand

An international survey presented at ESC Cardio-Oncology 2026 has identified substantial deficiencies in cardio-oncology training across multiple healthcare systems. The…