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Obesity-Linked Liver Cancer: A Preventable Crisis on the Rise

By MedXY 07/31/2025

Over 60% of liver cancer cases are preventable, yet rising obesity and metabolic dysfunction threaten progress. The Lancet Commission outlines urgent strategies to curb a projected doubling of global liver cancer burden by 2050.

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Preterm Birth Linked to Long-Term Adult Cardiometabolic and Mental Health Risks: New U.S. Cohort Study

By MedXY 07/30/2025

Adults born preterm face significantly higher risks of cardiometabolic abnormalities and internalizing mental health problems by age 35, according to a new U.S. cohort study.

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Understanding Adult Responses to Cannabis Health Warnings in US Recreational States: Insights from the EPPM Model

By MedXY 07/30/2025

A recent study reveals that most adults in US recreational states respond maladaptively to cannabis health warnings, highlighting challenges and opportunities for improved public health messaging.

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Long-Term Fracture Risk After Menopausal Hormone Therapy: New Insights from a Landmark Study

By MedXY 07/30/2025

Large-scale UK data reveal a transient increase but sustained long-term reduction in fracture risk after discontinuing menopausal HRT, challenging prior assumptions and guiding future clinical decisions.

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JAK Inhibitors and Venous Thromboembolism in Atopic Dermatitis: Clinical Risks and Practice Implications

By MedXY 07/30/2025

JAK inhibitors significantly increase the risk of venous thromboembolism compared to dupilumab and methotrexate in atopic dermatitis, underscoring the need for individualized risk stratification.

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High Tibial Osteotomy May Slow Knee Osteoarthritis Progression in Bowlegged Patients: Clinical Insights from a Randomized Trial

By MedXY 07/30/2025

High tibial osteotomy (HTO) slows cartilage loss and improves pain and function in bowlegged patients with medial knee osteoarthritis compared to nonsurgical management, according to a new randomized trial.

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FDA Approves Sephience: A New Oral Therapy for Phenylketonuria

By MedXY 07/30/2025

The FDA has approved Sephience, an oral therapy for phenylketonuria (PKU), offering a novel treatment option for both children and adults with this rare metabolic disorder.

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EMA Recommends First Oral On-Demand Therapy for Hereditary Angioedema: A Paradigm Shift in Acute Attack Management

By MedXY 07/30/2025

EMA endorses sebetralstat, the first oral on-demand therapy for hereditary angioedema, following positive results from the KONFIDENT phase 3 trial, offering a more convenient and rapid treatment option for acute attacks.

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EMA Recommends Voranigo for IDH-Mutant Grade 2 Glioma: A New Era in Targeted Brain Tumor Therapy

By MedXY 07/30/2025

The EMA’s CHMP recommends Voranigo, a dual IDH1/2 inhibitor, for grade 2 IDH-mutant gliomas, based on phase 3 INDIGO trial results demonstrating significant improvement in progression-free survival and delayed need for further therapy.

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Parathyroidectomy Enhances Muscle Health in Postmenopausal Women with Primary Hyperparathyroidism

By MedXY 07/30/2025

Surgical treatment of primary hyperparathyroidism in postmenopausal women significantly improves muscle strength, volume, and metabolic pathways linked to exercise, without increased physical activity.

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Unraveling the Drivers of Pruritus Severity in Intrahepatic Cholestasis of Pregnancy: Insights from a Longitudinal Cohort Study

By MedXY 07/30/2025

Peak bile acid levels and higher maternal BMI independently predict pruritus worsening in intrahepatic cholestasis of pregnancy, emphasizing the need for tailored monitoring and management as gestation advances.

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Early Postoperative PTH as a Reliable Predictor of Hypoparathyroidism After Total Thyroidectomy

By MedXY 07/30/2025

A single parathyroid hormone (PTH) measurement 6 hours after total thyroidectomy can accurately predict the risk of transient and permanent hypoparathyroidism, enabling targeted monitoring and potential reduction in hospital stays.

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Legacy of Leaded Gasoline: New Evidence Links Childhood and Adult Exposure to Cognitive Impairment in Older Adults

By MedXY 07/30/2025

Recent studies confirm that both childhood and adult lead exposure, especially from gasoline and industrial sources, are associated with increased risk for cognitive decline and dementia in later life.

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CDC Retracts Universal COVID-19 Vaccination Recommendation for Pregnancy: Clinical Context, Evidence, and Implications

By MedXY 07/30/2025

The CDC no longer universally recommends COVID-19 vaccination during pregnancy, prompting debate among clinicians as the FDA shifts vaccine composition to target the JN.1 variant. This article analyzes the evidence, rationale, and clinical implications.

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Is There a Norovirus Vaccine on the Horizon? Scientific Progress, Challenges, and Future Directions

By MedXY 07/30/2025

Norovirus vaccines show promise in clinical trials, but scientific and logistical challenges remain. No approved vaccine exists yet, though novel approaches, including oral pills, are advancing development.

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Expanding Access to Chronic Pain Care: Telehealth and Online CBT-Based Interventions Show Promise

By MedXY 07/30/2025

Remote CBT-based interventions, delivered by telehealth or online modules, offer modest but significant improvements in pain and function for individuals with high-impact chronic pain, enhancing access to evidence-based care.

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Structured vs Self-Guided Multidomain Lifestyle Interventions for Cognitive Health: Insights from the US POINTER Randomized Clinical Trial

By MedXY 07/30/2025

A large US trial found that structured, intensive lifestyle interventions led to greater improvements in global cognition over two years compared to self-guided approaches among older adults at risk for cognitive decline.

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Demographic Data Gaps in FDA Authorization of AI-Based Devices for Alzheimer’s Disease and Related Dementias

By MedXY 07/30/2025

Limited demographic data transparency in FDA-authorized AI devices for Alzheimer’s may hinder equitable care and generalizability, highlighting a crucial need for improved dataset representativeness and regulatory oversight.

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Influenza-Associated Acute Necrotizing Encephalopathy in US Children

By MedXY 07/30/2025

A multicenter US study highlights the devastating burden of influenza-associated acute necrotizing encephalopathy in children, with high mortality and disability rates despite aggressive therapy, underscoring the urgent need for prevention and standardized management.

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Systemic Bias in AI: A Double-Edged Sword for Hospital Diagnostic Accuracy

By MedXY 07/30/2025

Systemically biased AI models can reduce clinicians' diagnostic accuracy, and explanations alone may not mitigate this harm, according to a multicenter study involving over 450 clinicians.