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Can omega-3 help recovery after serious head injury?

A new trial found they reduced inflammation and stress in the body - but didn’t improve long-term recovery outcomes.

Read more: www.emjreviews.com/en-us/amj/ne...

07.10.2025 14:00 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Could tiny molecules in the blood and spinal fluid help predict cerebral palsy?

New genetic research highlights metabolites that may protect, or increase risk - opening doors for prevention.

Discover how: www.emjreviews.com/microbiology...

02.10.2025 15:48 β€” πŸ‘ 3    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Why do women with Huntington’s disease show slower brain atrophy but faster clinical decline than men?

A new global study sheds light - and calls for sex-specific strategies in care and research.

Find out more: www.emjreviews.com/en-us/amj/ne...

29.09.2025 10:54 β€” πŸ‘ 4    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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New research shows asthma care works better when it treats both body and mind.

In a study, patients who received psychological support plus breathing training had less anxiety, better lung function, and higher satisfaction than those on standard care alone.

www.emjreviews.com/en-us/amj/re...

23.09.2025 13:08 β€” πŸ‘ 3    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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New real-world data from Japan reveals both progress and gaps in the treatment of mantle cell lymphoma.

The study highlights the ongoing challenge of balancing efficacy with patient quality of life.

Find out more: www.emjreviews.com/en-us/amj/rh...

18.09.2025 15:32 β€” πŸ‘ 3    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Did you know nearly 1 in 10 people worldwide may be living with complex PTSD?

Discover how clinicians and policymakers could better address this hidden, community-level mental health challenge: www.emjreviews.com/en-us/amj/ne...

17.09.2025 13:16 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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What are the biggest barriers to achieving equitable vaccine access?

Tina Tan, President, @idsainfo.bsky.social shares priorities, challenges, and innovations shaping the field of microbiology and infectious diseases.

Read her full interview here: www.emjreviews.com/en-us/amj/mi...

16.09.2025 15:01 β€” πŸ‘ 4    πŸ” 2    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Antibody-drug conjugates are a breakthrough for ovarian and cervical cancers, but eye side effects like keratopathy & blurred vision can impact treatment.

Early detection and supportive care are key to keeping patients on therapy.

Find out more: www.emjreviews.com/en-us/amj/on...

15.09.2025 13:59 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Did you know that midlife health profiles can strongly influence risk and severity of ischemic stroke?

People with clusters of cardiovascular or metabolic conditions face higher likelihood, often before age 70.

Discover more: www.emjreviews.com/en-us/amj/ne...

11.09.2025 14:04 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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A 46-year-old woman’s recurrent breast abscess was finally traced to the rare bacterium Lawsonella clevelandensis.

Traditional tests came up negative, but advanced molecular sequencing pinpointed the culprit, allowing targeted treatment and a full recovery: www.emjreviews.com/en-us/amj/mi...

10.09.2025 13:13 β€” πŸ‘ 5    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0
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Did you know that children with asthma face a higher risk of bone fractures - and the risk is even greater with corticosteroid use?

This new nationwide study highlights the need to consider bone health as part of pediatric asthma care: www.emjreviews.com/en-us/amj/re...

09.09.2025 13:31 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Scalp micropigmentation is proving to be a safe, minimally invasive way to restore the look of fuller hair in localized alopecia.

Patients in a new case series reported lasting improvement and high satisfaction: www.emjreviews.com/en-us/amj/de...

08.09.2025 16:05 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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A new study has found that greater surgical team familiarity leads to faster procedures, shorter hospital stays, and fewer readmissions in urologic oncology.

Consistency in teams drives better outcomes and efficiency.

Discover more: www.emjreviews.com/en-us/amj/on...

08.09.2025 14:39 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Alzheimer’s disease trials have changed dramatically over the past 30 years - growing larger, longer, and more precise.

These shifts are reshaping the search for treatments, and may have contributed to the recent progress in the field.

Find out more: www.emjreviews.com/en-us/amj/ne...

04.09.2025 15:42 β€” πŸ‘ 3    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 1
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MRSA infections are climbing. New modeling shows community-acquired and hospital-acquired cases are closely linked, with prevalence now above 45%.

Researchers warn that community–hospital transmission dynamics need coordinated infection control to curb the spread: www.emjreviews.com/en-us/amj/mi...

02.09.2025 14:47 β€” πŸ‘ 5    πŸ” 2    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0
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πŸšΆβ€β™‚οΈEmerging research shows GLP-1 drugs may also improve motor symptoms in Parkinson’s disease.

Read the full study results on AMJ: www.emjreviews.com/en-us/amj/ne...

01.09.2025 13:28 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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πŸ“± Children are spending more time on screens than ever before - and the consequences go beyond tired eyes. From sleep loss to anxiety, depression, and delayed learning, the risks are real.

Discover how screen time is reshaping childhood - and what to do to restore balance: shorturl.at/QW2WK

28.08.2025 14:30 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Lewy Body Dementia Hidden by Long-Term Schizophrenia Lewy body dementia in a patient with decades of schizophrenia highlights the need for regular reassessment to avoid diagnostic overshadowing and ensure accurate, timely care.

Could long-standing psychiatric illness mask the signs of Lewy body dementia?

Find out on AMJ: www.emjreviews.com/en-us/amj/ne...

26.08.2025 12:52 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Engage with this new learning tool at your own pace.

Explore the mechanism of action and latest 5-year clinical safety and efficacy data of deucravacitinib.

tinyurl.com/46hjyewt

This content was funded by Bristol-Myers Squibb and is intended for US Healthcare Professionals.

21.08.2025 20:20 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Elite soccer players with chronic low back pain may be able to maintain performance despite the condition, according to new research.

Read the study: hubs.la/Q03DP0S_0

21.08.2025 14:43 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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How many steps per day is really enough to keep your heart healthy?

Find out: hubs.la/Q03Djswp0

19.08.2025 15:45 β€” πŸ‘ 4    πŸ” 2    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Could a Parkinson's drug also treat tuberculosis?

Find out on AMJ: hubs.la/Q03D6Dwz0

18.08.2025 13:45 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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A new study has found that blue light therapy can help women heal faster and with fewer complications after reconstructive breast surgery.

Find out more: www.emjreviews.com/en-us/amj/on...

08.08.2025 08:29 β€” πŸ‘ 3    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Loneliness and social isolation are growing public health concerns.

Recent data reveals that digital interventions, like virtual support groups, can meaningfully reduce loneliness. In contrast, self-guided apps showed limited impact.

Read on: www.emjreviews.com/en-us/amj/ne...

30.07.2025 13:20 β€” πŸ‘ 4    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Mediterranean Diet "Mandatory" for Graves' Disease Treatment A Mediterranean diet enriched with selenium improves clinical outcomes for Graves' disease patients with mild Graves' ophthalmopathy, reducing inflammation, weight gain, and insulin resistance.

A Mediterranean diet could become a mandatory part of treatment for patients with Graves' Disease.

Find out why: www.emjreviews.com/en-us/amj/ge...

28.07.2025 14:39 β€” πŸ‘ 5    πŸ” 2    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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How Menopause Alters Systemic Sclerosis Outcomes Menopause status, especially early menopause, impacts systemic sclerosis presentation, increasing risks for vascular and pulmonary involvement, according to a multicenter analysis of over 1,500 women.

Did you know that menopause can significantly shape how systemic sclerosis presents and progresses in women?

Find out how understanding menopause’s impact could lead to more personalized care: www.emjreviews.com/en-us/amj/rh...

23.07.2025 13:36 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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This World Brain Day, take a look at the latest headlines changing the face of neurology care.

Artificial Sweetener Alters Vascular Function: lnkd.in/eXq3F5pA

Mediterranean Diet Trial Yields Mixed Results: lnkd.in/eHRSqrjm

GLP-1 Drugs Linked to Lower Dementia and Stroke Risk: lnkd.in/ekvA6DHe

22.07.2025 08:54 β€” πŸ‘ 4    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Why are patients in 2025 still struggling to get diagnosed with a disease discovered in 2003?

Find out in this interview with John H Stone, Massachusetts General Hospital, where he reflects on his pioneering research into IgG4-related disease: www.emjreviews.com/en-us/amj/rh...

18.07.2025 10:22 β€” πŸ‘ 3    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Silent Sexual Health Crisis After Breast Cancer Most breast cancer survivors experience sexual health issues post-treatment, but few receive guidance from clinicians, turning instead to social media for support, a new survey shows.

Sexual health struggles are common, and deeply distressing, for breast cancer survivors. However, most say they get little to no support from their healthcare teams.

Now is the time to act: www.emjreviews.com/en-us/amj/on...

16.07.2025 15:08 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Can reducing mucus plugs improve asthma outcomes and lung function?

Join experts Mario Castro and Njira Lugogo in a two-part podcast mini-series as they explore clinical insights from the VESTIGE trial: tinyurl.com/msnkbb6h

See full US Prescribing Information for dupilumab: tinyurl.com/wdwktee5

16.07.2025 13:57 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

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