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AI Beats Physicians AVSs for Hospital Patients
New research indicates that AI-generated after-visit summaries (AVSs) for hospital patients outperform those written…
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Maternal Overnutrition Linked to Obesity in Adult Offspring
A systematic review has found that maternal overnutrition is linked to higher rates of obesity in adult offspring. The…
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Low Natriuretic Peptide Levels in Obesity? HF Risk Persists
A recent study found that adults with obesity often have lower levels of NT-proBNP, which may lead to missed diagnoses…
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Hypothyroidism Drug May Cause Psychiatric Morbidity
A study conducted in Sweden found that the combination of liothyronine (LT3) and levothyroxine (LT4) therapy in…
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Professional Corner: Brain-Heart Grants, AMA Podcast, & More
Researchers have received funding to explore the links between cardiovascular and neurologic health. The American…
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Private Sector Healthcare Rise May Affect Canadians’ Trust
The rise of private healthcare in Canada is raising concerns about its impact on public trust in the healthcare…
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For Med Students, Finding the Right Mentor Can Be a Boost
Finding a mentor is crucial for medical students as they navigate their specialty choices. Mentors provide valuable…
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Eroding ACA Enrollment Portends Higher Insurance Rates
An uptick in people skipping Obamacare premium payments in many states suggests the Affordable Care Act’s rising costs…
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Efforts To Understand the Nation’s Drugged Driving Problem Stall Under Trump
The White House has released a new strategy to address the drug and addiction crisis in the nation. However, this…
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Despite Advances, Many NSCLC Patients Go Untreated
A recent study found that over half of older adults with metastatic non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC) did not receive…
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Opinion: Britain embraces a Massachusetts experiment on tobacco regulation — just as the state might roll it back
Britain embraces a Massachusetts experiment on tobacco regulation — just as the commonwealth might roll it back.
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STAT+: 1 in 8 women drink during pregnancy. Experts dread the consequences
Recent data reveals that 1 in 8 pregnant women in the U.S. consume alcohol, a concerning trend that has been rising…
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Opinion: I’m a heart transplant recipient. I’m haunted by ‘ghost approval’ for medication I need to survive
“On paper, I have insurance coverage. In real life, I don’t have access. That’s what I call ‘ghost approval,’” writes…
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Human Coaching Boosts Adherence in AI Wearable Obesity Study
A recent study found that combining wearable devices with human health coaching significantly improved adherence and…
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Cosmetic-Related Eye Injuries in Kids Up Since 2020
A recent study has found that emergency visits for pediatric eye injuries related to cosmetics increased by 5.6% from…
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GLP-1s Curb Hunger; Snacks Keep Blood Sugar Stable
GLP-1 medications can significantly alter patients' eating habits by reducing hunger and cravings. Personalized…
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Uveitis in Children Tied to Higher Inflammatory Disease Risk
A study has found that children and adolescents with noninfectious uveitis are at a higher risk of developing…
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Single Bevacizumab Dose Sustains Trabeculectomy Success
A study found that a single dose of intravitreal bevacizumab during trabeculectomy significantly improved surgical…
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A Practical Guide to Make Digital Tools Work With GLP-1s
GLP-1 receptor agonists have transformed obesity and type 2 diabetes treatment, but patients often struggle with…
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Diabetes Linked to Increased Cancer Risk in Hispanic Adults
A recent study has found that diabetes significantly increases the risk of cancer among Hispanic and Latino adults in…
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Why Some Centenarians Maintain Younger Immune Systems
A recent review in Nature Reviews Immunology highlights that some centenarians maintain immune characteristics similar…
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Spinal Anesthesia for Circumcision Tops General Anesthesia
A recent study presented at the AUA 2026 Annual Meeting found that spinal anesthesia for pediatric circumcision is a…
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Mirvetuximab Signals a New Era in Ovarian Care
Antibody-drug conjugates (ADCs) are revolutionizing the treatment of ovarian cancer, particularly with the approval of…
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STAT+: White House taps Amazon, GoodRx, and Mark Cuban to bolster TrumpRx
Trump's drug discount platform adds 600 generic medications via major online pharmacies.
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American Doctor Has Ebola, Will Be Transferred for Care
An American doctor in the Democratic Republic of Congo has tested positive for Ebola and will be transferred to a…
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SSRI vs NDRI: Which Is Better for Post-Stroke Depression?
A recent study has compared the effectiveness of fluoxetine and bupropion for treating post-stroke depression.…
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'Deadly Mix' Puts Patients at Risk, RCN Congress Hears
The Royal College of Nursing (RCN) has raised concerns about a critical shortage of registered nurses amid increasing…
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FDA Expands Use of T-DXd in Early HER2+ Breast Cancer
The FDA has approved expanded use of trastuzumab deruxtecan (T-DXd) for patients with HER2-positive early breast…
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STAT+: Supreme Court rejects challenge to Medicare drug price negotiation
The Supreme Court has rejected a challenge from several major drug manufacturers against the Medicare drug price…
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NYC ‘Mold Busters’ Project Linked to Fewer ED Asthma Visits
The 'Mold Busters' program in New York City has led to a significant reduction in asthma-related emergency room visits…
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Trial Questions Extended Antibiotics After Bladder Removal
A recent trial suggests that extended antibiotics may not be necessary after cystectomy, as interim results show no…
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Arterial Widening, Not Blockage, Tied to Common Stroke
A recent study has found that abnormal widening of the basilar artery is strongly associated with lacunar stroke,…
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Hormonal Therapies Underused for GSM in Menopause
Hormonal therapies for genitourinary syndrome of menopause (GSM) are underutilized, with significant disparities in…
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Cotrimoxazole Tied to More AEs in Older Men With UTIs
A study found that older men with urinary tract infections (UTIs) using cotrimoxazole experienced nearly double the…
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Women With Lupus Face Troubles in Second Pregnancies
Women with systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) face challenges in having second pregnancies compared to those without…
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Radiotherapy Alters Brain Vessels in Paediatric Survivors
A study found that a significant number of childhood brain cancer survivors developed cerebrovascular abnormalities 15…
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Can Common Psychostimulants Ease Cancer-Related Fatigue?
A systematic review and meta-analysis found that methylphenidate and dexmethylphenidate can modestly improve…
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Single-Pill Hypertension Therapy Remains Underutilized
A recent study found that single-pill combination therapy for hypertension is underutilized among newly diagnosed…
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Mixed Topline Results for Anti-Tau Agent in Phase 2 Trial
The phase 2 CELIA trial of diranersen, an investigational anti-tau agent, showed promising reductions in tau levels…
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FDA Approves First Golimumab Biosimilars to Treat RA and UC
The FDA has approved two golimumab biosimilars, Immgolis and Immgolis Intri, for the treatment of rheumatoid arthritis…
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Seasonal COVID Vaccine Linked With Halved Infection Risk
The 2025/2026 seasonal COVID vaccine has been found to reduce the risk of infection by approximately 50% in older…
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CDC Offers Hantavirus Guidance, Says Risk Is Extremely Low
The CDC and WHO have stated that the risk of the Andes strain of hantavirus spreading from MV Hondius cruise ship…
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Maternal Diabetes in Pregnancy Tied to CVD Risk in Children
A study has found that children whose mothers had diabetes during pregnancy face a higher long-term risk of…
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New Data: Perinatal MDD Peaks 2 Weeks After Birth
A recent study found that major depressive disorder (MDD) affects about 6% of women during pregnancy and peaks at 9.8%…
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Do Smokers Need to Quit Before Lung Cancer Surgery?
A recent study indicates that lung cancer patients who smoke before surgery face higher pulmonary complication risks…
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Is Persistent Hunger After Weight Loss Behind Weight Regain?
A study on mice suggests that biological factors may drive weight regain after weight loss through a condition known…
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Acute Kidney Injury Sets Kids Up for Chronic Kidney Disease
A recent meta-analysis indicates that children who survive acute kidney injury (AKI) face increased long-term risks…
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New Benchmark for Reduced-Intensity Sickle Cell BMT Set
Johns Hopkins University has introduced a new reduced-intensity conditioning regimen for bone marrow transplants in…
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Trump Bought Stock in Drugmaker as His Government Boosted Its Obesity Drugs
New ethics disclosures show the president invested in Eli Lilly and a company that manufactures injectable devices as…
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Kids Keep Getting Stuck in Hospitals, Even After Being Cleared for Discharge
Montana's plan to reimburse doulas through Medicaid has been halted due to a budget shortfall. This decision impacts…
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