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Bowl of plain yogurt prepared for infant complementary feeding, illustrating yogurt in infant nutrition.

Yogurt in Infant Nutrition Explained

Yogurt can be introduced from 6 months, offering nutrients and live cultures that support infant health.

Artificial Intelligence Improves Seasonal Allergic Rhinitis Diagnosis

AI Improves Seasonal Allergic Rhinitis Diagnosis

In a direct comparison, the AI models outperformed 24 clinicians when diagnosing a subset of patients.

Little boy breathing from a nebulizer.

Mycoplasma-Associated Plastic Bronchitis in Children

Mycoplasma pneumoniae infection in children may lead to plastic bronchitis, with new predictors aiding early detection.

Pregnant Women with HIV Face Sixfold Higher Tuberculosis Risk

Pregnant Women with HIV Face Sixfold Higher Tuberculosis Risk

Pregnant women living with HIV face a global tuberculosis incidence rate almost six times that of their non-pregnant HIV-negative counterparts, research has revealed.

Biomarker Predicts Risk in Atrial Fibrillation - EMJ

Neurofilament Light Chain Predicts Risk in Atrial Fibrillation

Each doubling of sNfL concentration increased the risk of major vascular events by 35% (adjusted hazard ratio: 1.35; 95% CI: 1.22–1.50; p

Photopatch Testing Improves Photoallergy Detection - EMJ

Sunscreen and NSAID Photoallergy Rates Higher Than Expected

A European study shows photopatch testing with longer occlusion improves detection of sunscreen and NSAID photoallergies.

Dementia Risk and Sedentary Behaviour - EMJ

19 -Year Study: Passive Sedentary Behaviour Increases Dementia Risk

This long-term study links mentally active sedentary behaviour to reduced dementia risk compared with passive activities in middle aged adults.

Measles Outbreak Drives Vaccine Push in London - EMJ

Measles Outbreak Drives Push for Vaccination in London

London measles outbreak prompts calls for stronger vaccination efforts, with low uptake and inequalities driving rising case numbers.

Clinician discussing ADHD care for a school-aged child with a parent, highlighting coordination between healthcare and schools.

ADHD Services Often Lack School Coordination

Many ADHD care providers for children report school coordination gaps, with training and barriers shaping support.

Cancer survivor using a mobile nutrition app to track diet and support quality of life after treatment

Mobile Nutrition App Improves Diet in Patients with Cancer

A mobile nutrition app improved dietary moderation and appetite loss outcomes in patients with cancer over 4 weeks.