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Onco Break over a computer rendering of a cancer cell.

Let's Talk Breast Density; Cancer, Movies, and Music; Treatment-Induced Aging?

News, features, and commentary about cancer-related issues

CHEST over a photo of Boston Convention and Exhibition Center, Boston, MA.

Dupilumab Improves Quality of Life for COPD Patients

There remains an unmet need for effective COPD therapies, expert says

A photo of a nurse hooking an IV to a flu patient at Upson Regional Medical Center in Thomaston, Georgia.

Officials Scramble to Protect IV Supplies in Wake of Hurricane Disruption

American Hospital Association called on Biden administration to take more steps to ease shortage

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Case Study: Rare Subtype of Cutaneous Problem in a Breast Cancer Patient

But where did the sudden itchy and tingling lesions come from?

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10M Pounds of Meat Recalled; Kentucky Nurse Wins Lottery; Crocs and Foot Issues

Health news and commentary gathered by 番茄社区 staff

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Gene Therapy for Rare Brain Disease Effective, but Comes With Blood Cancer Risk

10% of patients in trials leading to eli-cel's approval developed MDS or AML

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Cardiac Surgery-Associated AKI Lower With Extracorporeal Blood Purification

Device yields 10% absolute reduction in acute kidney injury within a week of surgery

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Emergency Medicine May Join the ERAS Exodus

The specialty is considering following in the footsteps of ob/gyn and others

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Some Cancers Occur More Frequently in Multiple Sclerosis Patients

Bladder, brain, and cervical cancer risks were higher in people with MS

A photo of a woman to receive a stem cell injection in her knee.

Crackdowns on Unproven Stem Cell Therapies Worked Abroad

In Australia and Canada, most companies disappeared from the market or changed their claims

A photo of the surgical scar from Dupuytren鈥檚 contracture surgery on a man鈥檚 hand.

Common Dupuytren's Therapy Falls Short in Trial

British study tested collagenase injections against fasciotomy for hand contractures

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To Improve Indigenous Health, Expand Community Health Aide Programs

Ensuring care access for remote communities is essential

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FDA Reviewers Cast Doubt on Drug Candidate for Barth Syndrome

Agency appears unswayed by mitochondria-targeting drug for rare cardioskeletal disease

A photo of a calculator displaying MEDICARE PART D lying on a pile of US currency next to a spilled bottle of pill

CMS Unveils Sample $2 Generic Drug List for Medicare Part D Enrollees

But experts are skeptical the list would have much impact

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Antipsychotics Compared; Psychiatrist's Research Misconduct; Teen Suicide Predictor

News and commentary from the psychiatry world

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Liberal Blood Transfusions Deliver Brain Function Benefit for the Critically Ill

Fewer cerebral ischemic events also observed with care teams quicker to give blood

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Mindfulness Meditation Similar to Antidepressant for Reducing Anxiety Symptoms

Secondary analysis suggests lack of clinically meaningful differences in effectiveness

A computer rendering of nerve cells affected by Alzheimer鈥檚 disease.

One Way to Spot Early Cognitive Decline? Medicare Wellness Visits

Annual evaluation tied to timelier mild cognitive impairment diagnoses

A photo of a fake watermelon used to disguise a shipment of methamphetamines after a bust in Otay Mesa, California.

Hot Days and Methamphetamine Are Now a Deadlier Mix

Records show about one in five heat-related deaths in recent years involved methamphetamine

INVESTIGATIVE ROUNDUP over an image of two people looking at computer screens.

'Make America Healthy Again' Crusade; Psychiatrist's Misconduct; Extreme Alpha-Gal

This past week in healthcare investigations

A photo of little boy standing at the kitchen counter waiting for his COVID test results.

How Long Should Kids Stay Out of School After They've Had COVID?

Healthcare professionals with children weigh in

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Risk of a Second Primary Melanoma Similar Regardless of Race/Ethnicity

Differences in absolute, relative risk highlight complexities of analyzing rare events

A photo of patients being evacuated from Palms of Pasadena Hospital in South Pasadena, Florida as Hurricane Irma approaches.

Florida Hospitals in Hurricane Milton's Path Prepare for the Worst

Some facilities plan to stay open during the storm

How Did Public Health Become a Public Enemy at the Supreme Court?

Conservative majority is "buying into" anti-science attitudes, warns Lawrence Gostin, JD

Morning Break over illustration of a syringe, Covid virus, and DNA helix over a photo of green vegetation.

'The Office' Star Has Cancer; Trump Sent COVID Tests to Putin? 3% of Teens Are Trans

Health news and commentary gathered by 番茄社区 staff

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Dozens Who Were Told They Failed the Pathology Board Exam Actually Passed

American Board of Pathology re-scored the exam and issued refunds to impacted test takers

Certain Arm Positions Can Lead to Inaccurate Blood Pressure Readings

Important to educate patients conducting home measurements, says researcher

A computer rendering of a monoclonal antibody attacking a melanoma cell.

Selective Role for Single-Agent Ipilimumab After Anti-PD-1 Failure in Melanoma

Two-year survival in second line for patients with BRAF/NRAS wild-type tumors

A computer rendering of monoclonal antibodies.

Allergists Mostly Optimistic About Prescribing Biologics for Food Allergy

However, while promising, biologics are still new and costly, some say

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This Exercise May Help Lower Back Pain, No Special Equipment Needed

Carefully structured run-walk program proves mettle in small trial

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Checkpoint Inhibitors for Lung Cancer Linked to Pulmonary Embolism

Study raises questions about how to assess patient risk, experts say

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The Real 'Danger' Is Reclassifying Abortion Pills as Controlled Substances

Louisiana's new law threatens the health and safety of pregnant women

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Here's This Year's Crop of Best Children's Hospitals

Some changes were implemented to annual rankings from U.S. News & World Report

Cardio Break over a computer rendering of a heart.

Prime Locations for AEDs; Fluctuating Lp(a); Formalized Telestroke Training?

Recent developments of interest in cardiovascular medicine

Neuro Break over a computer rendering of neurons.

How the Brain Clears Waste; Masked Benzodiazepine Taper; New Hope for PML

News and commentary from the world of neurology and neuroscience

States Sue TikTok, Claiming It's Addictive and Harms the Mental Health of Children

The District of Columbia called the algorithm "dopamine-inducing"

A photo of residents of Swannanoa, North Carolina receive supplies after Hurricane Helene.

The Project 2025 Promise: Worse Health and Climate Chaos

The outcome of the November election will have an impact for decades to come

Endo Break over a computer rendering of a man with illustrated body organs.

Tirzepatide Shortage Resolved; Compounder Sues FDA; Menopause Mistaken as Dementia

News and commentary from the endocrinology world

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Supreme Court Declines Biden's Appeal in Texas Emergency Abortion Case

Decision is another setback for opponents of Texas' abortion ban

Morning Break over illustration of a syringe, Covid virus, and DNA helix over a photo of green vegetation.

Fla. Hospitals Evacuate; Man Charged in Indian Doctor's Death; Life Expectancy Limit

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