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Unexpected Allies: ID Physicians and Public Health Unite

Infectious diseases physicians and public health professionals are essential partners in preparing for and responding to public health emergencies, according to new research that highlights lessons learned during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Why Patients with Inflammatory Arthritis Struggle to Stay Employed

Healthcare professionals working with people with inflammatory arthritis (IA) report that emotional, economic and social barriers significantly impact patients’ ability to stay employed.

Food Addiction and Taste Bud Rehab: Interview with David Katz

David Katz | Chief Medical Officer, Tangelo, Intend; Founder/CEO, DietID, Detroit, Michigan, USA. What initially sparked your interest in…

Eye Drop Pain May Reveal Hidden Dry Eye Syndrome

Eye drop pain during routine exams may offer more than momentary discomfort, it could serve as an early marker of dry eye syndrome, according to a new study that reveals the link between pain sensitivity and ocular surface health.

5 minutes with... Andrew Cooper, CEO, CluePoints

Discover Andrew Cooper’s passion for optimising clinical trials with AI, driving innovation and building a culture of teamwork and purpose.

Invasive E. coli Disease Risk After Urological Procedures

The study aimed to assess the risk of IED following urologic procedures with or without antibiotic prophylaxis.

New Muscle Reference Values Improve Sarcopenia Screening

Researchers have established standardised global cutoffs for skeletal muscle index and density on abdominal CT in healthy young adults, aiding early sarcopenia detection.

Joan Carles

Onc Now: Episode 17: Breaking New Ground in Genitourinary Cancer Treatment

Joan Carles, Vall d’Hebron, shares insights on anti-angiogenic therapies, resistance in GU cancers, and the future of personalised oncology.

Mental Health Decline Observed in Metabolic Disease Patients Post-Pandemic

A recent study utilizing UK Biobank data has identified a significant rise in new-onset mental health disorders—specifically depression, anxiety, and alcohol use disorders—among adults with metabolic diseases such as hypertension, diabetes, and obesity in the aftermath of the COVID-19 pandemic.

New Immune Therapy Effective in Acute Lymphoblastic Leukaemia

A novel CAR T cell therapy has shown encouraging results in children and adults with relapsed/refractory B-cell acute lymphoblastic leukaemia.