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Scientists Develop Lab-Grown Heart that Beats Autonomously

A lab-grown heart beats independently while sensors measure real-time force, opening new possibilities for cardiac research and drug testing.

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Timing of Cord Blood Transplantation Improves Outcomes

Early morning cord blood transplantation was shown to reduce acute graft-versus-host disease severity and improve survival.

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Neonatal Sepsis Is Falling, But Not Everywhere

Neonatal sepsis rates fell globally from 1990 to 2021, yet detection rose and poverty shaped where deaths clustered across regions.

The Role of Triple Therapy in Proactive COPD Care

New evidence challenges traditional COPD management, suggesting that earlier intervention may improve outcomes and reduce exacerbation…

Radiology Meets AI

In this four-episode series, host Dr Catherine Glass speaks with Vidur Mahajan about the real-world deployment of AI in radiology. From…

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Momentum grows for Europe’s ePI transition

A landmark European report offers a comprehensive analysis of electronic Product Information (ePI) pilot projects.

Asthma Microbiome Patterns Vary Worldwide, Study Finds - EMJ

Asthma Microbiome Patterns Vary Worldwide, Study Finds

Global research shows asthma microbiome and airway inflammation differ by region, but neutrophilic asthma shows consistent bacterial patterns.

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Frozen Embryo Transfer Linked to Hypertension Risk

Frozen embryo transfer demonstrated comparable perinatal outcomes to fresh transfer but was associated with a higher risk of pregnancy induced hypertension in IVF conceived pregnancies.

Vunakizumab Shows Efficacy in Psoriatic Arthritis - EMJ

Vunakizumab Shows Promise for Active Psoriatic Arthritis

A phase 2 trial found vunakizumab improved ACR20 response rates in active psoriatic arthritis, with sustained benefits and a favourable safety profile.

Atopic Dermatitis Linked to Asthma and Rhinitis Risk - EMJ

Atopic Dermatitis Linked to Higher Global Burden of Asthma and Rhinitis

Global analysis finds people with atopic dermatitis have significantly higher rates of asthma and rhinitis, highlighting the need for integrated respiratory screening.