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Imaging Reveals Hidden Risks in High-Risk cSCC Cases

Radiologic imaging in high-risk cutaneous squamous cell carcinoma (cSCC) has proven more valuable than previously recognized, uncovering unexpected findings in nearly half of patients and prompting significant changes in treatment, according to a major retrospective study.

Why Patients With Rheumatoid Arthritis Are Losing Sleep

New research reveals that adults with rheumatoid arthritis (RA) are significantly more likely to develop sleep disorders, including insomnia, than those without the disease, a finding that raises important questions for rheumatologists and primary care providers.

Why Working-Age Adults Need a Stronger Flu Shot

Each flu season, influenza quietly inflicts a heavy toll on U.S. adults aged 18 to 64, with hospitalizations and deaths mounting, especially among older adults and those with chronic conditions.

What Breast Cancer Survivors Reveal About Intimacy

Sexual health after breast cancer remains one of the least addressed yet deeply impactful aspects of survivorship, according to a new qualitative study that gives voice to the intimate challenges faced by women in the aftermath of treatment.

New Stroke Data Reveal Key Lifestyle Triggers

In a comprehensive new study using National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey (NHANES) data from 1999 to 2020, researchers have identified strong links between specific lifestyle factors and the risk of stroke in U.S. adults.

Disposable Vape Use Halves in UK Ahead of Ban

Vaping prevalence among young adults in Great Britain, particularly use of disposable devices, has significantly declined following the government’s announcement of an impending ban on disposables raising questions about how policy shifts might influence U.S. vaping habits.

Why Are So Few Patients Getting Statins?

In the United States, statin initiation for atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease (ASCVD) prevention remains strikingly low, even among individuals with a clear clinical indication, according to a new prospective observational study.

Why Males Face Higher Risks After Hip Fracture Surgery

New U.S. data analyzing 90-day outcomes after nonelective total hip arthroplasty (THA) for hip fracture reveals that male patients and those with pre-existing comorbidities face significantly higher risks of readmission and in-hospital mortality.

U.S. Surgeries See Fewer Opioid Prescriptions

Opioid prescribing trends following outpatient surgery have seen a marked decline over the last decade, according to new U.S. claims data, signaling a nationwide shift in post-operative pain management across multiple surgical specialties.

Minor Stroke, Major Impact: Argatroban Combo Improves 90-Day Outcomes in RCT

In patients with branch atherosclerosis disease (BAD), early neurological deterioration (END) poses a significant threat to recovery, even in mild strokes.