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Washington Facing Dramatic Whooping Cough Spike

The Washington State Department of Health (DOH) is reporting a dramatic increase in pertussis (whooping cough) cases, underscoring the importance of vaccination, particularly for young children and infants.

Study Reveals High Risk of Preventable Surgery Errors

A new cohort study conducted across 11 U.S. hospitals has found that nearly 40% of surgical patients experience adverse events during inpatient perioperative care.

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FDA approves first gene therapy delivered directly to the brain

Discover how PTC Therapeutics’ treatment for a rare and fatal genetic disorder called aromatic l-amino acid decarboxylase (AADC) deficiency reached approval

Stress on Schedule: Gut Bacteria Found to Regulate Stress Responsivity

The natural oscillations of gut microbes influence stress hormone release and stress-sensitive behaviours at different times of day.

AI at the Heart of Medicine

This week, Jonathan is joined by Chris McIntosh, to discuss the advancement of AI from “bench-to-bedside”, while considering concerns around bias and fairness when working with diverse patient populations.

New Data on RSV Burden in U.S. Adults 75+

Respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) has caused severe illness in adults, especially among those aged 75 and older, but the burden of RSV-associated hospitalizations before vaccines were introduced is unclear.

CDC Appoints Industry To Develop Avian Flu Tests in New Agreement

An agreement has been issued by the United States Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) to partner with Alveo Technologies to develop a rapid, point-of-need diagnostic test for detecting avian influenza A(H5) in humans.

Underdiagnosed HFpEF in Severe Isolated Tricuspid Regurgitation

A recent study reveals that heart failure with preserved ejection fraction is significantly underdiagnosed in patients with severe isolated tricuspid regurgitation.

Platelet-to-Albumin Ratio Linked to Disease Activity in Early Rheumatoid Arthritis

Platelet-to-albumin ratio linked to disease activity in early rheumatoid arthritis, with a notable threshold effect.

Brain Changes Linked to Pain in Women with Endometriosis

Women with endometriosis show unique neurobiological changes in the brain, distinct from those in women with chronic pelvic pain without endometriosis.