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Drug-Resistant Bacteria Spread Rapidly in Children with Severe Malnutrition

A new study in Niger reveals a sharp rise in drug-resistant bacteria among hospitalised children treated for severe malnutrition, raising concerns about antibiotic overuse and AMR.

Gut Bacteria Link High-Fat Diet to Dangerous Clotting

New research reveals that a high-fat diet can boost levels of the gut bacterium Bacteroides thetaiotaomicron, which in turn produces palmitic acid—a fatty acid that enhances blood clotting and cardiovascular risk.

Mental Health Burden Linked to Hidradenitis Suppurativa Severity

Patients with hidradenitis suppurativa face a significantly higher risk of developing new-onset depression and anxiety, according to a large Danish population-based study.

Not All Low-Grade Prostate Cancer Is Low Risk

A major study shows that nearly 1 in 6 men with biopsy Grade Group 1 prostate cancer are at higher risk than previously assumed, with outcomes comparable to intermediate-grade disease.

Ireland urged to seize €97bn FemTech opportunity

Ireland could become a global leader in FemTech innovation, but only if it acts now, claims a new report by Health Innovation Hub Ireland.

Dermatologists Divided Over Topical Steroid Withdrawal

The clinical legitimacy of topical steroid withdrawal (TSW) remains a point of contention among dermatologists, according to new survey data from Australian specialists.

AI Tool Shows Promise in Reducing Interval Breast Cancer Rates

Discover how AI detects 32% of missed breast cancers, pointing to improved screening accuracy.

RSV Hospitalisations in Europe Far Higher Than Expected

A new Europe-wide analysis reveals that RSV hospitalisations in older adults are far more common than previously reported, highlighting the importance of updated data in vaccine policy planning.

Rapid Rise in AI Rheumatology Led by Few

A new bibliometric study highlights the rapid rise in artificial intelligence (AI) research within rheumatology, revealing both the field’s growing significance and the limited group of authors driving this trend.

Study Identifies Early Signs of Multiple Sclerosis, 15 Years Before Diagnosis

Health care visits rise years before multiple sclerosis diagnosis, suggesting earlier signs and opportunities for intervention.