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Does Dual Antiplatelet Therapy Improve Stroke Outcomes?

A new systematic review and meta-analysis has assessed whether dual antiplatelet therapy (DAPT) offers significant benefits over single antiplatelet therapy (SAPT) for patients with minor stroke following thrombolysis.

Osimertinib's Role in Detecting Residual Lung Cancer

A new post hoc analysis of the ADAURA trial highlights the role of osimertinib in detecting molecular residual disease (MRD) in resected EGFR-mutated stage IB–IIIA non-small-cell lung cancer (NSCLC).

Do Patients Regret Lung Cancer Screening Decisions?

Shared decision-making is widely recommended to improve patient-reported outcomes for those considering lung cancer screening (LCS), yet new research suggests communication may not significantly impact feelings of regret or distress.

Optimising Liver Surgery with Workflow Management Systems

Methods like preoperative time-outs improve communication but can lead to information overload.

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VPAG hikes put UK life sciences at risk, warns pharma

The industry already contributes more than £17.6 billion directly to the UK economy, but it believes that growth has stagnated because of VPAG.

Digital Health Interventions Reduce Pregnancy Risks, but Caveats Remain

Digital health cuts excessive pregnancy weight gain by 21%, but caution urged for high-risk groups.

Depression and Gut Symptoms Fuel Disease Progression in Spondyloarthritis

A recent study has found that gastrointestinal symptoms and depression are strongly linked to higher disease activity in spondyloarthritis patients.

Physical Activity Boosts Mental Health in Women with Chronic Pelvic Pain

A recent study tracking over 4,000 days of health data has found that physical activity plays a crucial role in improving mental well-being in women with chronic pelvic pain disorders.

Elevated Salivary Microvesicles Linked to Oral Ulcers and Cancer

Elevated salivary microvesicles are linked to non-healing oral ulcers and oral cancer, potentially aiding in early diagnosis.

HIV Cure Trial in African Women Shows Early Promise

A groundbreaking Phase IIa HIV cure study in South Africa has demonstrated the safety and potential efficacy of a novel therapeutic regimen in women with HIV.