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Rupture in an Unscarred Uterus: Case Study

Uterine rupture is a rare, life-endangering complication in obstetrics, which is accompanied with high fetal and maternal morbidity and…

Discontinuation of GLP-1s Tied to Heightened Psychiatric Risk

Discontinuation of treatment with GLP-1 receptor agonists has been tied to an increased risk of psychiatric events in people with Type 2 diabetes.

Eli Lilly takes a leap into toad venom science

Lilly to buy AtaiBeckley for up to $3.8bn, gaining a psychedelic compound associated with Colorado River toad venom.

Report Finds UK Children Have the Poorest Health Outcomes in Europe

A new report from the Royal College of Paediatrics and Child Health has revealed that children in the UK have some of the worst health outcomes for children in Europe

NICE Draft Guidance Backs Finerenone for HFpEF - EMJ

NICE backs finerenone for heart failure in draft guidance

NICE has issued draft guidance recommending finerenone for adults with heart failure with preserved or mildly reduced ejection fraction, pending final approval.

Early Ureteral Stent Removal Reduces Morbidity After Ureteroscopy

Removing ureteral stents within 24–48 hours after ureteroscopy reduced symptoms and improved recovery without increasing complications.

European Biotechnology Act Advances Innovation

The Council has agreed its negotiating position on the European Biotech Act, proposing regulatory updates to support biotechnology innovation while maintaining safety, transparency, and public trust.

Low Zinc Levels Linked to Poorer Outcomes in Non-Dialysis CKD

A study found that low serum zinc levels were independently associated with poorer renal outcomes in patients with non-dialysis CKD. Findings suggest zinc may help identify high-risk patients, although further validation is needed.

Respiratory Biologics Linked to Fewer Asthma Exacerbations

Asthma exacerbations have fallen significantly since the introduction of respiratory biologics, with the greatest benefits seen in patients with severe and eosinophilic asthma.

EULAR 2026 Abstract Highlights

The following highlights showcase some of the most impactful research presented at the European Alliance of Associations for Rheumatology…