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Expert Insights on Early Symptomatic Alzheimer’s Disease Diagnosis

Alzheimer’s disease (AD) gradually affects cognition, independence, and quality of life, placing a significant burden on patients…

Modern Lipidology in CVD Prevention

In this series, host Catherine Glass speaks with Devaki Nair about some of the most important developments shaping modern lipidology…

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Oral Menopause Hormone Therapy Linked to Blood Clots

Oral menopause hormone therapy was linked to increased blood clot risk regardless of dose or treatment duration.

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AbbVie wins FDA nod for Parkinson’s disease drug

AbbVie’s tavapadon is the first and only selective D1/D5 receptor agonist approved for adults with Parkinson’s disease.

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High Ultra-Processed Food Intake Linked to Chronic Disease Risk

A review of 51 studies from across the globe links higher ultra-processed food intake to greater risks of several chronic diseases.

Dupilumab Paediatric Atopic Dermatitis

Dupilumab Shows Effectiveness in Paediatric Atopic Dermatitis

A three-year cohort study found sustained dupilumab effectiveness and safety in children with atopic dermatitis, with higher itch and quality-of-life impairment among younger children.

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MRI Study Reveals Brain Morphometric Features of Bulimia Nervosa

An international ENIGMA study identified brain morphometric features that distinguish bulimia nervosa from healthy controls.

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Breast Cancer Genetic Testing Expands Through NHS Pathway

An NHS programme demonstrated the feasibility of clinician-light breast cancer genetic testing, identifying germline pathogenic variants in 4.7% of patients.

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Breast Cancer-Related Lymphedema: Which Surgery Fits?

Breast cancer-related lymphedema surgery should reflect whether arm swelling is driven by fluid or fibrofatty tissue.

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Transplant Immunosuppression Regimens Affect Sinonasal Disease

A multicentre study found associations between transplant immunosuppression regimens and rates of sinonasal disease, allergic rhinitis and acute invasive fungal sinusitis.