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Enzyme Spikes During Hepatitis D Treatment May Indicate Viral Suppression

A Phase 2 clinical trial finds that ALT flares are common in hepatitis D patients treated with pegylated interferon-alpha, but pose no safety risk, and may even signal better viral response.

AI in Medical Ethics: How ChatGPT Could Shape Medical Education

Discover how AI could revolutionize medical ethics training. Learn about LLMs’ potential in cultivating virtuous doctors.

One in Three Paediatric Adnexal Torsion Cases Face Delays

A new study finds delayed diagnosis of adnexal torsion affects nearly one-third of pediatric patients, with greater risk for those living farther from hospitals or in underserved areas.

Childhood BMI Linked to COPD Risk in Adulthood

Children with above-average BMI trajectories are at increased risk of developing chronic obstructive pulmonary disease later in life.

Seven Days of Antibiotics Sufficient for Gram-Negative Infections

New evidence suggests that a 7-day course of antibiotics is as effective as a 14-day regimen for most patients with Gram-negative bloodstream infections.

Boehringer Ingelheim's Christoph von der Goltz

Boehringer’s Christoph von der Goltz on setbacks and success in R&D

How can pharma navigate setbacks in drug development to deliver breakthroughs in R&D? Find out from Christoph von der Goltz, Boehringer.

A New Mobile App Improves Colorectal Cancer Screening and Surveillance

A new mobile app is helping doctors adhere to colorectal cancer screening guidelines, reducing unnecessary colonoscopies while identifying high-risk patients needing intensive follow-up.

Gut Feeling: How Your Diet and Microbiome May Influence Vaccine Success

A new study links gut microbiome health, shaped by diet and probiotics, to improved vaccine efficacy, suggesting dietary interventions could play a key role in future vaccination strategies.

Review of the 18th Annual Congress of the European Association for Haemophilia and Allied Disorders (EAHAD)

The 18th Annual Congress of the European Association for Haemophilia and Allied Disorders (EAHAD) was held this year in Milan, Italy, from…

Entering a New Era in Protection in Haemophilia A

Haemophilia A (HA), defined by factor VIII (FVIII) levels ≤40 IU/dL, is a chronic condition with consequences beyond bleeding…