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Optimising Treatment Strategies for Advanced Melanoma

A new study investigates the combination of nivolumab and hypofractionated radiotherapy in advanced melanoma.

Study Links Poor Sleep Patterns to Blood Sugar Fluctuations

Inadequate sleep duration and persistent late sleep onset are associated with significant fluctuations in blood glucose levels according to a recent study.

Advances in Allergic Asthma Treatment: A Comparative Study

Given that 60% of asthma-related costs are attributed to severe, uncontrolled cases, the need for cost-effective treatment alternatives is crucial.

The Liver’s Role in Metabolic Regulation and Disease

Mitochondrial impairment is a key factor in MASLD and MASH development, affecting oxidative capacity and energy homeostasis.

Elastic Dressings vs. TR Band: A Game-Changer in Coronary Intervention Recovery

Study finds elastic compressive dressings are a safe, cost-effective alternative to TR Band after transradial coronary intervention.

NHS Rolls Out AI Tool That Predicts Falls and Hospital Admissions

A new artificial intelligence tool has the potential to prevent up to 2,000 falls and hospital admissions daily.

Semaglutide Before Bariatric Surgery: Not the Weight Loss Boost Expected

New study finds taking weight-loss drug semaglutide before bariatric surgery doesn’t improve overall weight loss or safety outcomes.

New Global Guideline for Diagnosis and Management of Candidiasis

The new guidelines address emerging antifungal resistance, recent taxonomic reclassifications, and gaps in existing treatment recommendations.

Evaluating Selumetinib for Treating Cutaneous Neurofibromas

Although the Skindex-29 assessment indicated an improvement in emotional well-being after the first cycle, there were no significant or lasting changes.

Increasing Exercise Intensity May Reduce Symptoms in Heart Failure Patients with Implanted Defibrillators

Increasing the intensity of physical activity over two months improved anxiety, depression, and fatigue in heart failure patients with ICDs.