The World Society of Interdisciplinary Anti-Aging Medicine conference has been held in Monaco providing a forum to stimulate ideas, educate, share expertise and extend networking opportunities.
Marina Matkova at the recent anti-aging conference in Monaco
Under the High Patronage of H.S.H. Prince Albert II the 17th AMWC congress was held from April 4th to 6th at the Grimaldi Forum. Honorary Doctors Thierry Besins and Claude Dalle brought together prominent international thought leaders to discuss the latest innovations and trends. During the three-day congress participants found a perfect fusion of practical training, live-demonstrations, plenary sessions and an opportunity to purchase beauty products from the numerous exhibitor stands. The congress was so large that we could only cover all the of it by dividing the sectors between our small group of passionate healthcare professionals.
The aesthetic section was visited by our leading specialists in facial rejuvenation, both general practitioners: Dr Suzana Miniconi, whose second qualification is dermatology, and founder of the AMMA Association Dr Roland Marquet, who gives his expertise on various approaches to face lifting threads.
A highlight was the pre-congress on April 3rd dedicated to the emerging field of genital rejuvenation and cosmetic gynaecology. This was attended by gynaecologist Horst Bongard, who is famous for his holistic approach and profound understanding of the microbiota’s and neurotransmitter importance. “I admire different genital rejuvenating procedures that are used to reconstruct existing defects and cater to the rising demand for this kind of beauty and comfort procedures. Breakthrough techniques in sensitive areas are no longer taboo, so I’m learning more and more about how to help my patients regain self-confidence and improve their sexual relationships and emotional life,” said the Beausoleil-based doctor.
The scientific section of the congress was covered by Marina Matkova, the first biohacker in Monaco. “Thrilled by well-known researcher discoveries, I’m absorbing every drop of knowledge about the precious long-living science. It’s truly a unique chance to have world-class professors sharing with the audience here in Monaco,” said Marina Matkova.
“I’m a big fan of human qualitative longevity and the only way to achieve it is via personalised biomarker screening. Followed by precise data we can create lifestyle recommendations. For this reason I’m representing the BIOVIS laboratory that offers premium diagnostics and enables tailored advice for the clients to perform better on their daily basis by rising their vital energy level and overall contentment. My wish is to add as many P’s as possible to Preventative medicine: Predictive, Personalised, Precision, Practical, Patient-centric, Performing, Productive, Participatory in Principality of Monaco,” said Ms Matkova, a Master in Health and Nutrition Science.
The famous Dr Aleks Letnikovs and his discussion about osteoarthritis prevention was particularly enthralling. The young and talented doctor, who also specialises in genetic testing and stem cell therapy, is like detective Sherlock Holmes in health investigation for VIP’s around the globe, flying on their private jets and consulting with the ultra-wealthy on their yachts. He is adding life to the billionaires’ years, not only years to their lives.
The next conference of interest is at the CHPG on May 16th titled ‘Adult stem cells in clinical applications’. Entrance is free.
Yoshi fans can now enjoy their favourite Michelin-star cuisine poolside as the Metropole Hotel takes its renowned Japanese restaurant to the Karl Lagerfeld-designed Odyssey rooftop terrace for the summer months.
Prince Albert II and Princess Charlene have taken their children, Prince Jacques and Princess Gabriella, to Norway for a commemorative tour dedicated to his ancestor, ocean explorer Albert I.
With people from over 20 countries making up 35 teams competing in three different classes, the Monaco Energy Boat Challenge is taking the ideas of today to create a sustainable boating culture for tomorrow.
The Monte-Carlo Opera and the Prince’s Musicians are heading to Vienna after being invited for the first time to be part of the Rossini Mania Festival at the Vienna State Opera House.
The Ligue 1 calendar for the 2022/23 season has been and Monaco Life takes a look at the stand-out fixtures, including a congested August schedule, which will include Champions League play-off matches.
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On a recent sunny morning, Monaco Paws walked up to the Principality’s Upper East Side to meet a Yorkshire Terrier called Max, the beloved pet of Paul and Fiona Betts. Paul was Senior Foreign Correspondent with the Financial Times for 35 years, which took him and his family all over the world.
[caption id="attachment_5711" align="alignnone" width="709"] The Betts have been married for 41 years, have four children and are expecting their eighth grandchild any day. Still, it’s clear that Max remains the centre of their world. Photo: Kaidi Photography[/caption]
How did you get Max?
Fiona: He was a year old and had been the pet of our daughter’s friend, but she was going off to art school and needed someone to look after him. We said we would take him, but only if we could keep him. She agreed and sent Max from New York to us in Paris and we picked him up from the Gare de Lyon in 2002. He was a pedigree of great lineage and incredibly handsome.
Had you ever had a dog before?
Paul: As a journalist we had to move around a lot so it wasn’t practical to have a family dog but when Max came to us when we were in Paris, and I discovered the city in a way I had never known before.
Fiona: Cities can be very lonely places. Dogs help one understand the world in a better way.
When did you bring Max to Monaco?
Paul: Three years after having Max we relocated permanently to Monaco. My parents came to Monaco in 1956, so we always visited often. In fact, when I was young I attended the American School in Villefranche-sur-Mer ... when it was still there.
What is the best thing about having a dog?
Fiona: One lives in the moment with a dog. You learn an awful lot.
Max is quite a small guy. Do you need to be especially careful with him?
Fiona: He is mostly okay, although bigger dogs can be a danger for him. It’s best to just use one’s common sense. I speak to him very quietly and he behaves.
Paul: In Italy we need to watch out for the eagles.
Is Max more attached to one of you?
Fiona: He is attached to the person who gives him the most food! He is incredibly greedy. I am very strict, so we disagree at times on his care and feeding.
Paul: I spoil him.
What does he like to eat?
Fiona: He likes Grissini sticks, Monaco Beline Biscuits, little chunks of Parmesan, bits of ham … but he really must be kept on a very strict diet.
Now that Max is 16 and in his senior years, does he have special needs?
Fiona: I watch him much more, like a child or an old person. He’s lost his teeth and is going blind. It’s difficult to watch him lose his senses but we keep him active, and it’s important to make sure he has lots of things to smell everyday. Someone once told me that a dog smelling things is comparable to us reading the paper everyday. I just like to make sure he is comfortable. At this stage cleanliness is very important too.
Paul: We had a real scare about a year ago when we were coming back from Italy. His diet is terribly important.
How would you describe Max’s place in your lives?
Fiona: He is our fifth child, and unites the family. He’s always been happy to go on any adventure with us and never wants to be left behind. He is so much a part of us ... Max is irreplaceable.
Have you ever written about Max?
Paul: Yes, I was asked to review the service provided for dogs at the Hôtel de Crillon in Paris. They were trying to attract travellers with dogs. It turned out as a half-page spread in the FT Weekend Section, and the hotel gave Max a silver medal for his collar. It says “Hôtel de Crillon” on the front and “Return to the Bar” on the back.
Fiona: We could write a whole book about him, the story of Max is rich.
Monaco Paws is a collaboration between writer Siri Trang Khalsa and photographer Kaidi-Katariin Knox. Follow on Instagram @stkmonaco and @art.of.an.eye or contact monacopaws@gmail.com
[caption id="attachment_16547" align="alignnone" width="1000"] Photo: Mairie Monaco[/caption]
Exams in the Monegasque language have started and will continue into June. On Tuesday, May 9, grades 6 and 7 of Monaco’s public and private schools – about 870 pupils in total – started these written examinations at their respective institutions: Collège Charles III and Collège François d'Assise Nicolas Barré.
On Thursday, May 11, it was the turn of 138 of the older students, grades 8 to 12, who chose the "Monégasque" option, to meet at Espace Léo Ferré for the written tests, either the Language and History of Monaco or a Language test.
The youngest students (all grade 5 students of the six primary schools in the Principality) will in turn write the Monegasque language in their respective schools on Tuesday, May 23.
In total, nearly 1,400 students this year are taking part in the Monegasque Language Competition. Only 90 of them will be selected for the oral exams which will take place in the town hall, before a jury, from June 6 to 9.
This selection of students will all be invited to the traditional awards ceremony of the Concours de Langue de Monégasque, held on Thursday, June 22 at 8 pm in the Cour d'Honneur of the Town Hall in the presence of top officials and personalities of the Principality.