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Polypsychopharmacy on the Rise in Primary Care
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Polypsychopharmacy on the Rise in Primary Care

The prevalence of polypsychopharmacy in Dutch primary care has increased significantly from 2012 to 2021. This trend…

5/20/2026 · 2 min read · 31 views
Spanish Authorities Say Homeopathy Is No Better Than Placebo
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Spanish Authorities Say Homeopathy Is No Better Than Placebo

The Spanish Agency of Medicines and Medical Devices has released a report stating that homeopathy lacks scientific…

5/20/2026 · 6 min read · 38 views
Experts Debate Weight-Loss Controversies
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Experts Debate Weight-Loss Controversies

Experts at the Obesity Medicine 2026 conference discussed various weight-loss controversies, including the use of…

5/20/2026 · 9 min read · 34 views
PD Risk Significantly Higher With Schizophrenia
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PD Risk Significantly Higher With Schizophrenia

Research indicates that individuals with schizophrenia face a threefold increased risk of developing Parkinson's…

5/20/2026 · 2 min read · 36 views
Eye Care Goes Green: Recycling Comes for Contact Lens Waste
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Eye Care Goes Green: Recycling Comes for Contact Lens Waste

A student-led initiative has successfully recycled over 100 pounds of contact lens waste across 11 academic…

5/20/2026 · 3 min read · 28 views
Electroacupuncture Promising for Cognitive Improvement in AD
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Electroacupuncture Promising for Cognitive Improvement in AD

A recent trial found that electroacupuncture improved cognitive function in patients with Alzheimer's disease compared…

5/20/2026 · 2 min read · 40 views
Adjunctive Tirofiban Gains Ground in Stroke
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Adjunctive Tirofiban Gains Ground in Stroke

Recent trials have shown that adjunctive tirofiban can benefit select acute ischemic stroke patients without…

5/20/2026 · 7 min read · 37 views
Diabetes Meds Show Varied Associations With Liver Protection
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Diabetes Meds Show Varied Associations With Liver Protection

A recent meta-analysis examined the effects of various diabetes medications on liver health in over 7 million patients…

5/20/2026 · 3 min read · 32 views
Dual Cholesterol Measures May Improve Heart Risk Prediction
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Dual Cholesterol Measures May Improve Heart Risk Prediction

A study has found that higher levels of non-HDL cholesterol and apolipoprotein B (ApoB) are linked to increased risks…

5/20/2026 · 3 min read · 36 views
Primary Care Making More Mental Health Diagnoses for Kids
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Primary Care Making More Mental Health Diagnoses for Kids

The number of mental health diagnoses among children during primary care visits has risen significantly from 2014 to…

5/20/2026 · 2 min read · 27 views
Nonpharmacologics May Reduce Anxiety, Depression in SUD
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Nonpharmacologics May Reduce Anxiety, Depression in SUD

A large meta-analysis indicates that nonpharmacologic interventions can significantly improve anxiety and depression…

5/20/2026 · 3 min read · 40 views
Some Midwives Break the Law To Assist With Home Births
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Some Midwives Break the Law To Assist With Home Births

In Georgia, many midwives are providing home birth services despite lacking nursing licenses, making their practice…

5/20/2026 · 7 min read · 29 views
Revolutionary Cancer Tx Could Transform Autoimmune Disease
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Revolutionary Cancer Tx Could Transform Autoimmune Disease

Jan Janisch-Hanzlik, suffering from multiple sclerosis, became the first patient to receive CAR T-cell therapy for…

5/20/2026 · 8 min read · 37 views
Consider This Burnout Survey When Considering Your Specialty
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Consider This Burnout Survey When Considering Your Specialty

A recent survey by the American Medical Association highlights the issue of doctor burnout, which currently stands at…

5/19/2026 · 5 min read · 28 views
Cardiorenal Benefits of GLP-1s Found in Type 1 Diabetes
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Cardiorenal Benefits of GLP-1s Found in Type 1 Diabetes

A recent study found that GLP-1 receptor agonists (GLP-1RAs) can reduce the risk of major cardiovascular events and…

5/19/2026 · 3 min read · 36 views
Treprostinil Turns Heads in Promising IPF Study
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Treprostinil Turns Heads in Promising IPF Study

Inhaled treprostinil has shown promising results in preserving lung function in adults with idiopathic pulmonary…

5/19/2026 · 5 min read · 34 views
EASO Update Gives Clearer Roles for Tirzepatide, Semaglutide
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EASO Update Gives Clearer Roles for Tirzepatide, Semaglutide

The European Association for the Study of Obesity has updated its pharmacotherapy framework, prioritizing tirzepatide…

5/19/2026 · 4 min read · 28 views
French Regulators Fine Novo, Lilly Over GLP-1 Campaigns
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French Regulators Fine Novo, Lilly Over GLP-1 Campaigns

French regulators have fined Novo Nordisk and Eli Lilly nearly €2 million for illegal advertising related to obesity…

5/19/2026 · 3 min read · 34 views
Hypothyroidism Drug May Cause Psychiatric Morbidity
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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…

5/19/2026 · 2 min read · 34 views
Low Natriuretic Peptide Levels in Obesity? HF Risk Persists
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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…

5/19/2026 · 3 min read · 41 views
Maternal Overnutrition Linked to Obesity in Adult Offspring
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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…

5/19/2026 · 3 min read · 41 views
AI Beats Physicians AVSs for Hospital Patients
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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…

5/19/2026 · 5 min read · 34 views
UK Approves First Gene Therapy Gel for Rare Skin Disorder
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UK Approves First Gene Therapy Gel for Rare Skin Disorder

The UK has approved the first gene therapy gel for treating dystrophic epidermolysis bullosa (DEB), a rare skin…

5/19/2026 · 2 min read · 32 views
Private Sector Healthcare Rise May Affect Canadians’ Trust
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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…

5/19/2026 · 4 min read · 46 views
Professional Corner: Brain-Heart Grants, AMA Podcast, & More
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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…

5/19/2026 · 1 min read · 31 views
For Med Students, Finding the Right Mentor Can Be a Boost
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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…

5/19/2026 · 4 min read · 32 views
Despite Advances, Many NSCLC Patients Go Untreated
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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…

5/19/2026 · 5 min read · 28 views
Human Coaching Boosts Adherence in AI Wearable Obesity Study
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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…

5/19/2026 · 4 min read · 27 views
Uveitis in Children Tied to Higher Inflammatory Disease Risk
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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…

5/19/2026 · 3 min read · 34 views
GLP-1s Curb Hunger; Snacks Keep Blood Sugar Stable
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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…

5/19/2026 · 4 min read · 37 views
Cosmetic-Related Eye Injuries in Kids Up Since 2020
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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…

5/19/2026 · 3 min read · 33 views
Diabetes Linked to Increased Cancer Risk in Hispanic Adults
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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…

5/19/2026 · 3 min read · 33 views
A Practical Guide to Make Digital Tools Work With GLP-1s
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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…

5/19/2026 · 6 min read · 41 views
Single Bevacizumab Dose Sustains Trabeculectomy Success
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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…

5/19/2026 · 2 min read · 31 views
Why Some Centenarians Maintain Younger Immune Systems
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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…

5/19/2026 · 3 min read · 35 views
Spinal Anesthesia for Circumcision Tops General Anesthesia
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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…

5/19/2026 · 3 min read · 33 views
Mirvetuximab Signals a New Era in Ovarian Care
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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…

5/19/2026 · 3 min read · 32 views
American Doctor Has Ebola, Will Be Transferred for Care
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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…

5/18/2026 · 2 min read · 43 views
SSRI vs NDRI: Which Is Better for Post-Stroke Depression?
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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.…

5/18/2026 · 3 min read · 30 views
'Deadly Mix' Puts Patients at Risk, RCN Congress Hears
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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…

5/18/2026 · 3 min read · 39 views
FDA Expands Use of T-DXd in Early HER2+ Breast Cancer
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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…

5/18/2026 · 2 min read · 29 views
NYC ‘Mold Busters’ Project Linked to Fewer ED Asthma Visits
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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…

5/18/2026 · 3 min read · 29 views
Trial Questions Extended Antibiotics After Bladder Removal
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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…

5/18/2026 · 3 min read · 41 views
Arterial Widening, Not Blockage, Tied to Common Stroke
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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,…

5/18/2026 · 4 min read · 32 views
Can Common Psychostimulants Ease Cancer-Related Fatigue?
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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…

5/18/2026 · 3 min read · 31 views
Radiotherapy Alters Brain Vessels in Paediatric Survivors
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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…

5/18/2026 · 2 min read · 38 views
Women With Lupus Face Troubles in Second Pregnancies
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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…

5/18/2026 · 2 min read · 35 views
Cotrimoxazole Tied to More AEs in Older Men With UTIs
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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…

5/18/2026 · 2 min read · 35 views
Hormonal Therapies Underused for GSM in Menopause
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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…

5/18/2026 · 3 min read · 23 views
Mixed Topline Results for Anti-Tau Agent in Phase 2 Trial
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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…

5/18/2026 · 2 min read · 28 views

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