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High Sugar Drink Intake Linked to COPD Risk

A new study finds adults consuming more sugary drinks have higher odds of COPD, highlighting links between diet, lung health, and overall wellbeing.

AMH and AFC Do Not Predict Embryo Euploidy in IVF

AMH and AFC levels do not independently predict embryo euploidy in patients undergoing IVF, a 2026 cohort study has found.

Quantitative Coronary CT Plaque Measures Predict MACE Risk

Quantitative Coronary CT Plaque Measures Predict MACE Risk

Quantitative coronary CT plaque measures independently predicted major adverse cardiovascular events, improving risk stratification in patients.

Self-Management Intervention Targets Early Inflammatory Arthritis

Self-Management Intervention Targets Early Inflammatory Arthritis

A multicentre trial will assess whether a nurse led self management intervention improves skills and quality of life in adults with newly diagnosed inflammatory arthritis.

Stopping Washcloth Use May Reduce Pruritus, Study Suggests

Stopping Washcloth Use May Reduce Pruritus, Study Suggests

Stopping washcloth use during bathing may significantly reduce chronic itch, according to a new observational dermatology study exploring simple lifestyle changes.

AI Medical Assistants Fail due to User Misinterpretation

AI Medical Assistants Fail due to User Misinterpretation

A UK study shows AI medical assistants perform well alone but fail to improve public health decisions in practice.

High Complete Response Rate with Neoadjuvant Pembrolizumab

High Complete Response Rate with Neoadjuvant Pembrolizumab

Phase 2 findings show neoadjuvant pembrolizumab produced a 71% pathological complete response rate in resectable desmoplastic melanoma, with favourable safety and three year follow up outcomes.

Scientists Chart the Hidden Diversity of the Vaginal Microbiome

Scientists Chart the Hidden Diversity of the Vaginal Microbiome

New algorithm maps hidden global and genetic diversity in vaginal microbiomes, offering precision tools for reproductive health research.

AI-Processed CECT Improves Unresectable Liver Cancer Management

AI-Processed CECT Improves Unresectable Liver Cancer Management

Combining AI-processed CECT with clinical data improves the management of unresectable hepatocellular carcinoma, a 2026 study has found.

Aedes mosquito concept illustrating dengue infection and long term hospitalization and disability burden

Dengue Infection Raises Two Year Disability Burden

Dengue infection raised two-year hospitalization risk and added measurable disability burden in Singapore’s linked national cohort.