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Most people don’t know how to check their moles correctly.
This step-by-step skin check guide breaks down exactly what dermatologists look for.
Swipe to learn how to check your skin properly. 👉
You can book a professional skin check with the English speaking dermatology team at FirstMed Rome via the link in bio.

This content is for informational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. Please consult a qualified healthcare professional.

Still figuring out healthcare in Milan? Come and meet the FirstMed Milan team in person. Just a chance to ask your questions, see the clinic, and connect with other internationals over a complimentary aperitivo.

📍FirstMed Milan, Via Laghetto 3
📅 Wednesday,10 June, 19:00

Reserve your place:
WhatsApp: +39 378 309 6837
Email: [email protected]

Behind every strong international community are the people who create spaces for connection.
Yesterday, we were proud to sponsor the International Business Chamber Rome May Meetup in Rome. It was wonderful connecting with so many driven professionals. Building a life abroad is easier when you have a reliable network supporting you, and we are proud to be part of that ecosystem.
Follow our page to stay updated on future community events.

How do we build healthcare that truly understands expats and international students?
Our CEO, Dennis A. Diokno, recently met with Rome Business School Students to share the FirstMed story. It was incredibly inspiring to sit down with the next generation of professionals and discuss their passion for patient-centered care and international career paths.
Follow our page for more insights on how we support our community!

Strong communities build better healthcare! ❤️
We loved sponsoring the Benvenuto Club of Milan's Gala Dinner. Our CEO, Dennis A. Diokno, and the FirstMed team joined the celebration for an evening focused entirely on connection.
At FirstMed, planting deep roots in the expat networks we serve helps us provide truly supportive, personalized care. Thank you to everyone who joined us!
Follow our page to stay updated on our upcoming local events and clinic community moments.

After 40, prevention matters more than ever.

Your body can stay quiet while blood pressure, cholesterol, inflammation or blood sugar slowly shift in the background.

These 5 biomarkers are worth tracking before symptoms appear.

Swipe through to see if you’re checking the right ones 👀

Save this for your next health check 📌

📱Most people reach for their phone within minutes of waking up. If that sounds familiar, this is worth reading.
In the first 30 to 45 minutes after waking, your body undergoes one of its most important hormonal processes of the day. Cortisol, your body’s primary stress and alertness hormone, rises sharply in what is known as the Cortisol Awakening Response. This surge is entirely natural and essential. It activates your immune system, regulates blood sugar, sharpens cognitive function and provides the natural energy your body needs to function well. Research also links a well functioning Cortisol Awakening Response to better memory consolidation, stronger emotional regulation and a more resilient stress response overall.
The problem is what happens when we immediately expose ourselves to our phones during this critical window.
When you open emails, check social media or scroll through the news the moment you wake up, you are introducing a flood of external stimuli to a nervous system that has not yet completed its natural awakening process. Studies have found that social media use within the first 30 minutes of waking is associated with significantly elevated stress levels throughout the day, even when the content appears neutral. Done repeatedly, this disruption drives persistent fatigue, blunted immunity, blood sugar instability, worsening anxiety and disrupted sleep.
Protecting your first 20 to 30 minutes from screens, getting natural light, moving your body and hydrating before looking at any device are among the most evidence backed things you can do for your cortisol. Natural light in particular helps anchor your entire circadian rhythm, which governs not just cortisol but sleep, metabolism and immune function.
Your morning sets the hormonal tone for everything that follows. It deserves more than a scroll. 🌅

🚨 Your gut is trying to tell you something.
Most people ignore the signs for years, blaming stress, bad sleep, or just “getting older.”
But what if it’s your gut?
Swipe to see all 7 warning signs 👉 you might recognise more than you think.

This Spring 2026, FirstMed partnered with The American University of Rome (AUR) for "Real Projects" a program where students act as strategic collaborators to solve high-level business and operational challenges.

Focusing on areas like telemedicine, front desk workflow, and strategic expansion, this cohort analyzed industry trends to provide fresh, data-driven perspectives. Their work helps us elevate standards across our clinics in Rome, Budapest, and Milan while preparing them for the professional world.

We are proud of the growth shown by these students. A big thank you to Professor Bisan Abdulkader for leading this exceptional cohort and fostering such a vital connection between the classroom and the professional world.

We look forward to seeing where these bright professionals will go next!