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Distressed woman sitting at home.

Hormonal Shifts May Redefine Sjogren’s Disease Risk

Hormonal transitions across the lifespan may reshape sex differences in Sjogren’s disease risk and prevalence patterns.

Friends drinking beer and clinking glasses at a bar.

Alcohol Intake Linked to Early Airway Damage

Higher alcohol consumption is linked to increased risk of early small airway obstruction in adults.

Girl eating a fast-food burger.

Ultra-processed Food and Knee Osteoarthritis Risk

Higher ultra-processed food intake was linked to greater thigh muscle fat on MRI in at-risk adults.

Man using a smartphone to assess a patient's skin.

Can AI Clarify Common Skin Concerns?

AI tools may help consumers identify skin conditions more accurately, but guidance on next steps still needs improvement.

Man smoking out in the balcony.

COPD in Never-Smokers May Be Distinct

COPD in never-smokers showed more symptoms and type 2 inflammation, pointing to a distinct clinical phenotype.

Young woman with vitiligo.

Vitiligo Stigma Runs Deeper Than Skin

Vitiligo stigma varies across cultures, but its psychological toll is global, severe, and too often underestimated.

Woman holding out her hands, showcasing her systemic sclerosis diagnosis.

Pulmonary Decline Might Indicate Systemic Sclerosis

Early lung function decline may help predict progression in patients at risk of systemic sclerosis, according to new longitudinal data.

Doctor pointing at a lung X-Ray.

Bronchiectasis May Drive NTM Infection Risk

Bronchiectasis may silently increase risk of non-tuberculous mycobacteria infection, according to new genetic evidence.

Concerned woman with allergic facial reactions examining her allergies in the mirror.

Cosmetic Reactions May Leave Lasting Damage

Cosmetic adverse reactions may cause lasting skin damage, especially in younger patients and those with allergy histories.

Close-up of adult IgA vasculitis rash on the back of the leg

Adult IgA Vasculitis Demands Closer Monitoring

Adult IgA vasculitis may carry greater renal and gastrointestinal risks. Read more about diagnosis and management.