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The Mandic Group is now accepting applications for the 2027 Medical School Entrance Exam
Applications for the admissions process—with 380 openings distributed among the campuses at Campinas, Araras, Limeira, and the Sertão School of Medicine (Arcoverde – PE)—may be submitted until 11:59 p.m. on October 9, 2026; Classes begin on February 1, 2027. The Mandic Group opens registration this Monday, August 10, for the Unified Medical School Entrance Exam, with spots available for admission in the first semester of 2027 at the following campuses: Campinas, Araras, Limeira, in the state of São Paulo (SP), and at the Faculd…
Read the press release →August 10, 2026A routine eye exam can be the first step toward diagnosing silent diseases
On World Eye Health Day, doctors explain why an eye exam can reveal signs of diseases such as hypertension and diabetes. Few parts of the human body allow for direct observation of blood vessels without any invasive procedures. The retina, at the back of the eye, is one of them, which is why routine eye exams have been used for decades as a screening tool for hypertension and diabetes, in addition to vision itself. This date underscores that point. Established by the World Health Organization…
Read the press release →July 27, 2026Cold weather, dry air, and too much screen time: July raises concerns about the family’s eye health
Ophthalmologist Warns of a “Perfect Storm” for Eye Health Amid Cold Weather and School Vacations São Paulo, July 2026 – The month of July brings a combination of weather and lifestyle factors that can trigger eye symptoms, visual discomfort, and exacerbate pre-existing conditions throughout the family. On the one hand, low winter temperatures reduce air humidity and increase pollution. On the other hand, school vacations and the work-from-home routine dramatically increase screen time…
Read the press release →July 27, 2026On Grandparents' Day, experts explain how small, everyday actions help preserve independence in old age
A study estimates that 3.5 million older adults are at high risk of falls, but simple habits like walking, tending the garden, and playing with grandchildren help preserve balance, memory, and independence São Paulo, July 2026 — Walking to the bakery, tending the garden, or chasing after grandchildren in the backyard may seem like simple activities, but they are among the most effective habits for ensuring a longer, more independent old age with an active mind. More than just physical exercise, this type of daily movement helps…
Read the press release →July 27, 2026Viral hepatitis progresses silently and still causes deaths due to a lack of diagnosis, experts warn during "Yellow July"
A Ministry of Health bulletin shows that Brazil has already reduced mortality from the disease by up to 60% over the past decade, but testing remains the biggest challenge to eliminating it by 2030 São Paulo, July 2026 - Contrary to what one might expect from a serious disease, viral hepatitis B and C do not cause pain, do not cause high fever, and rarely show symptoms in the early years. It is precisely this silence that makes them dangerous: the virus can remain in the body for decades, gradually destroying the liver, until…
Read the press release →July 13, 2026São Leopoldo Mandic Hospital (Campinas) begins operations with a focus on the SUS
The new facility aims to relieve pressure on major hospitals in the region, such as Unicamp and PUC-Campinas, by combining excellent care with medical training Campinas, July 2026 – The city of Campinas and the surrounding region now have a new ally in public health. São Leopoldo Mandic Hospital (Casa de Saúde Campinas) begins operations as the first hospital in the São Leopoldo Mandic network in the city. Accredited to provide care through the Unified Health System (SUS), it will focus on performing surgeries, i…
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