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Melanoma Disparities in Veterans: Understanding the Impact

A national cohort study found that veterans in the most disadvantaged areas had a higher risk of being diagnosed with thicker melanomas.

Butter vs. Plant-Based Oils: Groundbreaking Study Reveals Butter Linked to Higher Death Rates

Butter linked to higher mortality; plant-based oils reduce death risks. Study urges dietary swaps for long-term health.

Global Trends in Hepatitis A Before and After COVID-19

Overall, the global hepatitis A landscape has evolved due to shifting transmission routes and pandemic responses.

Sustainable Anaesthesia: A New Model for Healthcare

Berlin hospital slashes anaesthesia-related CO2 emissions by 80% through education and management decisions, cutting costs without compromising care.

Mediterranean Diet and Exercise Improve Muscle Function and Pain in Rheumatoid Arthritis

A Mediterranean diet combined with exercise significantly improves muscle function, pain, and inflammation in females with rheumatoid arthritis.

Trauma-Linked Sleep Problems Persist into Midlife for Women

A study has found that women with trauma histories are significantly more likely to experience persistent poor sleep quality in midlife, both subjectively and objectively. The findings suggest that trauma-informed approaches could be crucial for managing sleep disturbances in this population.

Aspirin Does Not Significantly Improve Disease-Free Survival in Patients with Colorectal Cancer

Aspirin was well-tolerated but did not significantly improve disease-free survival in high-risk colorectal cancer patients.

By 2050, One in Two Adults Will Be Overweight or Obese

Projections indicate that, without urgent intervention, more than half of the global adult population will be overweight or obese by 2050.

Gastric Bypass Outperforms Sleeve Gastrectomy for Long-Term Weight Loss

A decade-long study reveals that Roux-en-Y gastric bypass offers better long-term weight loss and GERD control compared to sleeve gastrectomy in patients with severe obesity. The findings may influence surgical decision-making for obesity management.

Evaluating a New Tool for Psoriasis Patient Satisfaction

The DermSat-7 is a self-administered instrument designed to evaluate patient satisfaction with psoriasis treatments over a 14-day recall period.