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First-Line Biologics Effective for Rheumatoid Arthritis and Kidney Disease

A study has shown the efficacy and safety of first-line biological disease-modifying antirheumatic drugs in patients with rheumatoid arthritis who suffer from chronic kidney disease

TNF Inhibitors Safe for Early and Late-Onset Ankylosing Spondylitis

A new study found that TNF inhibitors have similar rates of adverse events and treatment response in ankylosing spondylitis regardless of when the disease developed.

Wearable Device Shows Digoxin is Effective for Atrial Fibrillation

Wearable devices confirm digoxin is as effective as beta-blockers for heart rate control in atrial fibrillation patients.

Novel Automated Algorithms are Superior in Differentiating Wide Complex Tachycardias

Automated algorithms outperform manual ECG methods in accurately differentiating wide complex tachycardias into VT and supraventricular wide tachycardia, according to recent research.

Dupilumab Reduces Atopic March Risk in Paediatric Patients

Recent findings suggest that dupilumab, a monoclonal antibody treatment for atopic dermatitis, may significantly reduce the risk of atopic march in children.

Early Childhood Infections Linked to Increased Asthma Risk

Novel research has identified a strong connection between early-life respiratory tract infections and the development of asthma in children, particularly in children with allergic rhinitis.

Pregnancy Safety Concerns after Hormone Receptor-Positive Breast Cancer

A new systematic review aimed to provide updated evidence on the safety of pregnancy following hormone receptor-positive early breast cancer.

Air Pollutant Exposure Linked to Increased Infant Cerebral Palsy Risk

A recent study links prenatal exposure to air pollution, especially PM2.5, to an increased risk of cerebral palsy in full-term infants, with male infants potentially at higher risk.

Picture-Based Scorecard Improves Atopic Dermatitis Diagnosis Across Skin Tones

Recent study highlighted significant improvements in diagnosing atopic dermatitis among infants with diverse skin tones, with the use of picture-based scorecards.

Increased Risk of Psoriasis Linked to Formula Milk

Study found that infants introduced to formula before the age of four months had an increased risk of developing psoriasis.