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New Insight: Balance Dysfunction in Sjogren’s Syndrome

Vestibular dysfunction and impaired balance may be more common in patients with primary Sjogren’s syndrome than previously understood, according to new research exploring the condition’s neurological impact.

Improving Latent Tuberculosis Screening Prior to Immunosuppression

A new study in Calgary hospitals highlights the need to optimise latent tuberculosis testing prior to patient hospitalisation and…

Dupilumab Flagged for Higher Lymphoma Risk in Asthma

A population-based cohort study finds that asthma patients treated with dupilumab may face an increased risk of developing lymphoma, particularly T and natural killer (NK) cell subtypes, compared to those treated with standard combination inhalers.

Lifestyle Changes Improve Liver Health in Patients with HIV

The findings highlight the potential for behavioural strategies, such as dietitian-led interventions, to play a key role in managing liver health.

FDA investigates trials sending US cells to foreign labs

The FDA has launched an immediate review of clinical trials involving the export of American patients’ living cells to China and other “hostile countries”.

Project to transform drug manufacturing wins £1.8m

A UK project has received a £1.8m to transform how medicines are made, aiming to make drug manufacturing faster, cleaner and more responsive.

Over 40% of Lupus Patients Lack Enough Exercise

An international study shows that many people with lupus are not physically active enough, with low activity levels linked to worse fatigue, stress, and depression.

Pro-Inflammatory Diets Linked to Higher Mortality in Colon Cancer: ASCO 2025

Pro-inflammatory diets may increase the risk of death in patients with Stage III colon cancer, according to a new analysis of dietary patterns in a large cohort of U.S. patients.

High Readmission Rates Persist for Patients with Sickle Cell in Hospitals

A large-scale US study reveals that 34% of sickle cell disease patients are readmitted within 30 days of hospital discharge, nearly triple the rate of non-SCD patients.

Widely Used Painkiller Significantly Alters Gut Microbiota

Genetic data show that salicylic acid may alter gut microbiota and blood metabolites, raising questions about its long-term effects.