Lactose Sensitivity, Lactose Intolerance

Lactose intolerance—also known as lactose sensitivity—is the inability to digest lactose, a disaccharide sugar found in milk and certain dairy products. This condition arises from a deficiency or complete absence of lactase, the enzyme responsible for breaking down lactose. Globally, it's estimated that around 75% of the adult population cannot fully digest lactose. Rates vary widely: approximately 5% in Northern Europe, 71% in Southern Europe, and up to 90% in some Asian and African countries. Dr. Edit Harasta, a gastroenterologist at Dr. Rose Private Hospital, offers a concise overview:

Weight loss through medication

In recent months, the term “weight-loss injection” has become increasingly common on social media and news platforms. Some hail it as a miracle cure, others remain sceptical – but what exactly is it? These so-called “slimming injections” are actually GLP-1 agonists: medications originally developed to help people with diabetes, but now also proving remarkably effective in aiding weight loss. So, how do these treatments work in the body, who are they suitable for, and what are the benefits and risks? Dr Zsuzsa Szpaszkij, consultant endocrinologist at Dr Rose Private Hospital, answers the most important questions.

Taking it to the next level: Dynamic Expansion & Innovative Solutions

By the end of this summer, Dr. Rose Private Hospital will enter a new era. With thousands of square metres of expanded space, brand-new operating theatres, and 23 state-of-the-art patient rooms, the institution is taking a bold leap forward. But this transformation goes far beyond spaces and walls – it will introduce a new operational model, enhanced medical expertise, and a superior level of patient care. We spoke with Managing Director Dr. Kornél Papik about why, in private healthcare today, it’s not enough to simply do things well – and what such ambitious plans look like in practice.