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Study Reveals Infection Trends in Patients With Ankylosing Spondylitis on Biologics

A study using the KOBIO registry reveals a 39 per 1,000 person-year infection rate in ankylosing spondylitis (AS) patients receiving biologics. Respiratory tract infections and herpes zoster were the most common, with age, diabetes, and kidney disease among key risk factors.

Isosorbide Mononitrate Eases Labour Induction, Study Finds

A groundbreaking clinical trial has demonstrated that isosorbide mononitrate (ISMN), a nitric oxide donor, effectively shortens labour induction time by promoting cervical ripening.

Study Sheds Light on the Role of HER2 in Male Breast Cancer

A recent comprehensive study has offered new insights into the role of human epidermal growth factor 2 (HER2) in male breast cancer…

Women Face 31% Higher Risk of Long COVID

Women are at a significantly higher risk of developing long COVID compared to men, especially between the ages of 40–55 years.

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US funding pause potential threat to global HIV efforts, warns WHO

The World Health Organization has responded to the US government’s freezing of HIV funding as part of a broader pause in foreign aid.

Antioxidant-Rich Diets May Reduce Constipation in Men and Diarrhea in Women

A recent study analysing data from the NHANES database (2007–2010) reveals a compelling link between oxidative balance and bowel health, with notable differences between men and women.

JAK Inhibitors in Dermatological Autoimmunity for People with Down Syndrome

Individuals with Down syndrome exhibit a hyperactive immune system marked by increased interferon signalling and cytokine production.

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Spotlight: January 2025

Catch up on January’s top pharma news, from major industry deals and cutting-edge medical innovations to advancements in women’s health.

Erratum: Depressive Symptoms and Left Ventricular Diastolic Dysfunction Among Men and Women with HIV

EMJ Allergy and Immunology [Supplement 1] 2025

This symposium review article, covering the symposium at EAACI’s Food Allergy and Anaphylaxis Meeting in Athens, focuses on labelling…