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Ovarian Cancer Risk Peaks Shortly After New IBS Diagnosis: Clinical Implications and Evidence Review

By MedXY 07/31/2025

A new IBS diagnosis is associated with a transiently increased risk of ovarian cancer, especially within the first 6 months, emphasizing the need for heightened clinical vigilance.

Clinical Updates Dermatology news Specialties

Rapid Initial Benefits of Secukinumab in Early Psoriatic Arthritis: Insights from a Treat-to-Target Randomized Trial

By MedXY 07/31/2025

Early secukinumab use in newly diagnosed psoriatic arthritis delivers faster clinical improvement at 3 months compared to standard care, but this advantage diminishes by 6 months and beyond.

Clinical Updates Diabetes & Endocrinology Gastroenterology news Specialties

GLP-1 Receptor Agonists and Risk of GERD in Type 2 Diabetes: Clinical Implications from a Large Population-Based Cohort Study

By MedXY 07/31/2025

GLP-1 receptor agonists modestly increase the risk of GERD and its complications compared to SGLT-2 inhibitors in type 2 diabetes patients, highlighting the need for vigilant symptom monitoring.

Clinical Updates Diabetes & Endocrinology news Specialties

Weekend Warrior Exercise Patterns: Comparable Cardiometabolic Protection to Regular Activity in Diabetes and MASLD

By MedXY 07/31/2025

Accumulating 150 minutes of moderate-to-vigorous physical activity weekly, either as a 'weekend warrior' or in regular sessions, significantly reduces mortality and cardiometabolic risk in adults with diabetes and MASLD.

Clinical Updates Diabetes & Endocrinology news Specialties

GLP-1 Receptor Agonists and Dementia Risk in Older Adults With Type 2 Diabetes: Insights From a Target Trial Emulation

By MedXY 07/31/2025

A large-scale emulated trial found no clear overall reduction in dementia risk with GLP-1 receptor agonists versus DPP-4 inhibitors in older adults with type 2 diabetes, though age-specific effects warrant further investigation.

Clinical Updates news Rheumatology Specialties

Rituximab Shows No Superiority Over Conventional Therapy for EGPA Remission Induction

By MedXY 07/31/2025

A phase 3 randomized trial found rituximab no more effective than standard glucocorticoid-based therapy in inducing remission in eosinophilic granulomatosis with polyangiitis (EGPA), with comparable safety and relapse profiles.

Medical News news Oncology Specialties

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.

Clinical Updates news OB/GYN & Women's Health Specialties

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.

Clinical Updates news Pediatrics Specialties

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.

Clinical Updates news Oncology Specialties

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.

Clinical Updates news OB/GYN & Women's Health Specialties

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.

Medical News Neurology news Specialties

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.

Clinical Updates news Orthopedics Specialties

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.