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Medical Tourism Rising: Why Are International Families Seeking Care in the U.S.?

Pediatric cancer care, medical tourism, and cross-border access to healthcare converge in a newly published 10-year review highlighting international families traveling to the United States for treatment of serious childhood malignancies and blood disorders.

Methotrexate-Tacrolimus Combo Reduces Rheumatoid Arthritis Relapse Risk

Patients with rheumatoid arthritis who stopped TNF inhibitors experienced fewer flares and treatment failures on methotrexate-tacrolimus therapy compared to methotrexate alone, with no major safety concerns.

World’s First Live Birth Achieved Through Remotely Operated ICSI System

A new case report documents the first live birth following fertilization by a fully automated, remotely operated intracytoplasmic sperm injection (ICSI) system, showcasing a breakthrough in assisted reproductive technology.

School-Based Asthma Care: Dramatic Results from a 6-Year Study

Children with persistent asthma who received school-based therapy in Columbus, Ohio experienced marked improvements in asthma control and a sharp reduction in healthcare utilization, according to new research.

Global Study Reveals Stark Differences in Female Cancer Burden Across Regions

A new global study analyzing data from 1990 to 2021 uncovers significant regional disparities in female cancer burden. It highlights how risk factors like high BMI, poor diet, and unsafe sex drive the incidence of breast, cervical, and uterine cancers differently across socio-demographic levels.

EAU 2025 Interview: Maarten Albersen

As Chair, my main responsibilities include shaping the thematic structure and plenary sessions of the EAU Congress 2025, ensuring the…

Two-Year Cystic Fibrosis Therapy Shows Lasting Benefits

A new 96-week study confirms the long-term safety and sustained efficacy of elexacaftor/tezacaftor/ivacaftor in children with cystic fibrosis aged 6–11 years.

Sauerkraut Protects Gut Barrier From Inflammatory Damage

Research shows that compounds produced during cabbage fermentation protect gut lining from cytokine damage, highlighting the potential of fermented foods in gut health.

The Digital Shift: Integrating AI and Apps into Rheumatology Practice

In this episode we hear how big data, personalised medicine, and a holistic approach are revolutionising care for patients with rheumatoid arthritis.

AI-Powered Skin Imaging Shows Diagnostic Accuracy and Speed

Discover a recent study that indicates that autonomous total body photography could be a valuable tool in dermatological settings.