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GLP-1 Receptor Agonists Linked to Early Risk of Optic Nerve Damage: A Case-Control Study Analysis

By MedXY 07/30/2025

GLP-1 receptor agonist use, especially liraglutide, is associated with a higher risk of nonarteritic anterior ischemic optic neuropathy (NAION) during the first year, particularly in patients without diabetes or obesity.

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Top U.S. Hospitals for Gastroenterology and GI Surgery: 2025-2026 Rankings and Clinical Implications

By MedXY 07/30/2025

Mayo Clinic leads U.S. News' 2025-2026 rankings for gastroenterology and GI surgery, reflecting excellence in outcomes, capabilities, and research. This review examines the clinical context, ranking methodology, and relevance for clinicians and patients.

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Walking and Dietary Interventions Offer Cognitive Protection in APOE ε4 Carriers: New Evidence from Longitudinal and Multinational Trials

By MedXY 07/30/2025

Regular walking and lifestyle interventions slow cognitive decline, especially in APOE ε4 carriers at heightened Alzheimer’s risk, with effects pronounced in women. Evidence underscores the value of simple activity and healthy diet for at-risk older adults.

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Personal and Household Pesticide Exposure Linked to Increased Risk of Rheumatoid Arthritis in Female Farm Spouses

By MedXY 07/30/2025

New evidence links direct and indirect exposure to specific agricultural pesticides with increased risk of incident rheumatoid arthritis among female spouses of licensed pesticide applicators.

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Top U.S. Hospitals for Diabetes and Endocrinology: Interpreting the 2025–2026 U.S. News Rankings

By MedXY 07/30/2025

A critical analysis of the 2025–2026 U.S. News rankings for diabetes and endocrinology care, examining methodology, clinical impact, and implications for patient care and referral.

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Cockroach Immunotherapy Modulates Key T-Cell Responses Regardless of Allergen Extract Abundance

By MedXY 07/30/2025

A randomized trial finds that subcutaneous cockroach immunotherapy effectively downregulates dominant T-cell responses in pediatric asthma, independent of allergen abundance in the therapeutic extract.

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Muscle Strength as a Key Determinant of Metabolic Risk in Paediatric Obesity: New Evidence from Milan

By MedXY 07/30/2025

Stronger leg muscles are linked to significantly lower risk of metabolic syndrome in children and adolescents with obesity, highlighting the importance of muscular fitness in paediatric metabolic health.

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Evolving Patterns in Antiseizure Drug Use During Pregnancy: Safer Choices and New Uncertainties

By MedXY 07/30/2025

A decade-long French study reveals declining prenatal exposure to high-risk antiseizure drugs, increased use of safer alternatives, and a notable rise in prescriptions for newer drugs with uncertain safety profiles.

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Digital Self-Management Tools Enhance Asthma Control

By MedXY 07/30/2025

A randomized trial shows that a smartphone-based asthma self-management program improves symptom control in adults, though its effectiveness is attenuated in African American participants.

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Redefining Obesity: Impact of the ‘Clinical Obesity’ Framework on Global Prevalence Estimates

By MedXY 07/30/2025

A new, function-driven definition of “clinical obesity” dramatically lowers global obesity prevalence rates compared to BMI-based estimates, raising implications for disease surveillance, prevention, and healthcare policy.