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UK Funds AI Blood Test for Early Cancer Detection

, 2025-04-24 06:47:00 A clinical trial of a promising blood test that could offer faster and more accurate diagnoses for common cancers has received funding from the Department of Health and Social Care (DHSC). The miONCO-Dx test detects cancer at an early stage by analysing microRNA expression in blood.  It uses artificial intelligence to identify the…

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Air pollution, FDA on food dyes, measles update

Lev Facher , 2025-04-23 13:09:00 Get your daily dose of health and medicine every weekday with STAT’s free newsletter Morning Rounds. Sign up here. Hey all, it’s Lev Facher again. It’s late April, which means it’s already STAT Wunderkinds season! This is your chance to nominate your favorite accomplished, motivated early-career researcher for nationwide recognition. As…

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Mediterranean diet helps manage rheumatoid arthritis and Hashimoto’s, study shows

, 2025-04-24 03:30:00 New evidence highlights how the Mediterranean diet’s anti-inflammatory nutrients, like extra-virgin olive oil and omega-3-rich fish, can help manage both joint and thyroid autoimmune disorders, offering a low-cost lifestyle intervention with clinical benefits. Study: Unlocking the Power of the Mediterranean Diet: Two in One—Dual Benefits for Rheumatic and Thyroid Autoimmune Diseases. Image Credit:…

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Nonsurgical Advances in Treating Scoliosis in Children

, 2025-04-23 12:16:00 Advances in scoliosis treatment and monitoring have added options for patients and drawn children, adolescents, and their families more directly into care. One innovation harnessing artificial intelligence (AI) began in a pilot program this month at Cedars-Sinai Guerin Children’s in Los Angeles, where clinicians are testing the Momentum Spine App that enables…

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New research moves toward personalized treatment for depression

, 2025-04-24 03:42:00 Depression involves a complex interplay of psychological patterns, biological vulnerabilities and social stressors, making its causes and symptoms highly variable. Equally complex is the treatment of depression, which requires a highly individualized approach that may involve a combination of medication, psychotherapy and lifestyle changes. In a decade-long multi-institutional study, U of A…

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Systemic Inflammation May Predict Future Psoriasis Risk

, 2025-04-24 03:28:00 TOPLINE: Low-grade systemic inflammation, indicated by elevated levels of Systemic Immune-Inflammation Index (SII), neutrophil-to-lymphocyte ratio (NLR), and C-reactive protein (CRP), was associated with a higher risk of developing psoriasis in a large cohort study. METHODOLOGY: Researchers analyzed data from 105,418 participants (median age, 58 years; 55% women) enrolled in the Copenhagen General…

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Newly discovered cells in connective tissue open up strategy against pancreatic cancer

, 2025-04-23 21:03:00 Validation of FAP+ CAF subpopulations in human PDAC. Credit: Cancer Research (2025). DOI: 10.1158/0008-5472.CAN-23-3252 Researchers at Umeå University, Sweden, have discovered a previously unknown type of connective tissue cells that surround cancer cells in pancreatic tumors. The newly discovered cells counteract tumor development and may therefore be a target for research into…

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Do edible insects deliver on protein and sustainability? New study gives answers

, 2025-04-24 03:02:00 Europe’s edible insect market is booming online, but despite their impressive nutrition stats, bugs on the plate remain a tough sell for most consumers. Study: Are Insect-Based Foods Healthy? An Evaluation of the Products Sold in European E-Commerce. Image Credit: Jiri Hera / Shutterstock In a recent study published in the journal Foods, researchers…

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Virtual Reality Therapy Shows Promise for Paranoia

, 2025-04-23 12:30:00 MADRID — Virtual reality (VR)–based cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) may be an alternative treatment option for patients with paranoia based on results of a new randomized, controlled trial. The Face Your Fears study compared VR-CBT with regular CBT in patients with schizophrenia spectrum disorder, schizotypal disorder, or other psychoses. Investigators found both…

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There’s a Gap Between Healthcare Leaders’ AI Confidence and Their Ability to Scale

Katie Adams , 2025-04-24 01:21:00 Many providers express confidence about their AI strategy, but relatively few have established the governance structures needed to ensure responsible AI deployment, according to new research. Nordic Consulting released a report this month based on a survey of 127 leaders who work at healthcare organizations, mainly hospitals and clinics. The…

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Profluent on AI scaling laws for biology

Brittany Trang , 2025-04-23 15:25:00 Brittany Trang, Ph.D., is a health tech reporter at STAT and writes the AI Prognosis newsletter. Follow her on Threads, Mastodon, and Bluesky. You can reach Brittany on Signal at btrang.01. You’re reading the web edition of STAT’s AI Prognosis newsletter, our subscriber-exclusive guide to artificial intelligence in health care…

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TRIM63 identified as key gene in common heart disease, unlocking potential for earlier diagnosis

, 2025-04-23 21:10:00 Credit: Pixabay/CC0 Public Domain An Israeli study has identified TRIM63 as a significant genetic contributor to hypertrophic cardiomyopathy (HCM)—the most common hereditary heart disease worldwide. The findings, published in Circulation: Genomic and Precision Medicine, could transform genetic screening and treatment protocols for HCM patients around the globe. Led by Dr. Noa Ruhrman…

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Body image concerns drive interest in GLP-1 weight loss drugs, study finds

, 2025-04-24 01:14:00 New research reveals that young adults with higher body shame and weight concerns are more likely to consider GLP-1 medications, despite significant side effects, unless buffered by strong body appreciation. Glucagon-like peptide 1 molecule. Image Credit: ALIOUI MA / Shutterstock. Research: Body image and interest in GLP-1 weight loss medications In a recent study published in…

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Simple Dog Walks Can Improve Life for Parkinson’s Patients

, 2025-04-23 12:50:00 Ahead of International Parkinson’s Day on April 11, several patient associations, including the Belgian nonprofit organizations Parkili and Action Parkinson, launched the “Dogs for Parkinson” campaign in partnership with AbbVie. This initiative, which involves dog walking events across various Belgian cities, aimed to support individuals affected by Parkinson’s disease. Characterized by motor…

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Nourish raises $70M as Trump tariffs put pressure on healthy food prices

, 2025-04-23 20:41:00 Nourish, a virtual nutrition counseling platform, announced it secured $70 million in a Series B funding round, bringing its total raise to $115 million. J.P. Morgan Private Capital’s Growth Equity Partners led the round, with participation from Y Combinator, Maverick Ventures, Thrive Capital, Atomico, G Squared, Pinegrove, Index Ventures and BoxGroup. WHAT…

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FDA approves Dupixent for chronic spontaneous urticaria

, 2025-04-23 21:11:00 The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has approved Dupixent (dupilumab) for the treatment of adults and adolescents with chronic spontaneous urticaria. The approval is for patients 12 years and older who remain symptomatic despite histamine-1 antihistamine treatment. The approval is based on data from two phase 3 clinical studies, which included biologic-naïve…

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Study reveals cloth masks rival some medical masks, but only N95s deliver near-total protection

, 2025-04-23 23:17:00 New research shows that while many cloth and medical masks fall short against tiny airborne particles, simple hacks like overmasking or using braces can dramatically improve your protection, yet only N95 and CaN99s respirators consistently keep you safest. Study: Measuring the fitted filtration efficiency of cloth masks, medical masks and respirators. Image…

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The Case for De-escalation in Lung Cancer

, 2025-04-23 13:04:00 Although targeted therapies and immunotherapy have improved survival outcomes in many patients with lung cancer, these therapies come at a cost, not only financially but also in terms of cumulative and long-term treatment toxicities. But could patients benefit from receiving less therapy rather than more?  At the European Lung Cancer Congress (ELCC)…

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AI-driven cervical cancer screening comes to Ho Chi Minh City

, 2025-04-23 22:38:00 A program to screen women for cervical cancer using AI has been launched in Ho Chi Minh City in Vietnam. Community organisation Ho Chi Minh City Public Health Association (HPHA) partnered with listed Australian company TruScreen and its local distributor Gorton Health Services to run the community-based program, which aims to screen 260,000 women in the…

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Age-related genetic changes in the blood associated with poor cancer prognosis

, 2025-04-23 21:17:00 Credit: Pixabay/CC0 Public Domain Researchers from the Francis Crick Institute, UCL, Gustave Roussy and Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center (MSK), have discovered that expansion of mutant blood cells, a phenomenon linked to aging, can be found in cancerous tumors, and this is associated with worse outcomes for patients. Understanding the biological interface…

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More trees near homes connected to healthier newborns

, 2025-04-23 19:34:00 The link between proximity to greenspace – including trees and parks- and healthy birth outcomes is well established. Now new data from researchers at Drexel University’s Dornsife School of Public Health adds to our understanding of these health benefits, accounting for other factors that may influence this link, such as education, income and body mass index, but…

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Apremilast Reduces Fat Mass and Disease Activity in PsA

, 2025-04-23 13:07:00 TOPLINE: Apremilast treatment for 1 year significantly reduced abdominal fat and maintained lean mass in patients with psoriatic arthritis (PsA), alongside notable improvements in disease activity. Those with obesity experienced the most substantial fat loss. METHODOLOGY: A longitudinal, nonrandomized, multicenter trial was conducted in the Netherlands to examine the effects of anti-inflammatory…

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Trump Subtly Pushes Debunked Theory Linking Vaccines to Autism: ‘Maybe It’s a Shot’

, 2025-04-23 17:10:00 President Donald Trump seemed to elevate debunked theories linking vaccines to autism during a televised meeting with his cabinet after his administration already proposed cuts in local and state childhood vaccination programs. Trump’s cabinet met on Thursday, during which Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. talked about eliminating autism…

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How Leveraging Information for Action can Build a More Sustainable Healthcare System

Bartley Bryt , 2025-04-23 13:14:00 Healthcare technology advances and growth in federal and state regulations have led to an explosion of healthcare data over the years. While these advancements have been integral to improving physician care, clinical practices are often strained adhering to requirements to acquire, submit, retrieve, sort, process, and appropriately respond to this…

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You might be interested in…Hypertension

Dr Ray O’Connor , 2025-04-23 07:30:00 Dr Ray O’Connor continues his survey of the latest clinical articles on the subject of hypertension Hypertension (Part 2)Hypertension treatment guidelines have historically recommended initial treatment with a single blood pressure (BP)–lowering agent. However, more recently, guidelines have generally recommend starting with dual combinations for many or most adults…

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The Connection Between Trauma and Physical Health

MNB Guest , 2025-04-23 18:34:00 Trauma is not just a psychological wound—it leaves lasting imprints on the body as well. Research has shown that traumatic events can have profound effects on physical health, increasing the risk of chronic diseases, physical ailments, and overall well-being. Whether from childhood abuse, interpersonal violence, a natural disaster, or other…

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Hinge Health, Cigna Healthcare partner amid IPO push

, 2025-04-23 16:58:00 San Francisco-based Hinge Health, a digital musculoskeletal care platform, announced it is partnering with Cigna Healthcare to offer the health insurance company’s self-insured clients access to Hinge’s digital musculoskeletal (MSK) care platform.  Hinge offers individuals with MSK conditions access to a multidisciplinary care team, including health coaches, orthopedic surgeons, and physical therapists,…

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Lyme disease studies point to persistence and treatment

Elizabeth Cooney , 2025-04-23 18:00:00 It starts with the ticks. These insects infect people with the bacteria that cause Lyme disease, microbes that are complicated to study, difficult to detect when they cause illness, and challenging to treat so they don’t linger in the human body. Understanding that bacterium, Borrelia burgdorferi, requires basic research before…

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Higher temperatures tied to greater risk for mortality in people undergoing dialysis

, 2025-04-23 19:40:00 Moderately elevated ambient temperature is associated with increased mortality in patients undergoing dialysis, according to a study published in the February issue of the Clinical Kidney Journal. Cécile Couchoud, M.D., Ph.D., from Agence de la biomédecine in Saint Denis La Plaine, France, and colleagues conducted a retrospective cohort study to investigate the…

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San Antonio scientists use machine learning to identify potential treatments for deadly viruses

, 2025-04-23 19:23:00 A team of San Antonio-based biomedical researchers trained a machine learning algorithm to identify more than two dozen viable treatments for diseases caused by zoonotic pathogens that can jump from animal hosts to infect humans. Scientists from Southwest Research Institute (SwRI), The University of Texas at San Antonio (UTSA) and Texas Biomedical…

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A Pacemaker to Control BP Gets FDA Breakthrough Designation

, 2025-04-23 17:47:00 The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has given Breakthrough Device Designation to Orchestra BioMed for its atrioventricular interval modulation (AVIM) therapy for patients with uncontrolled hypertension. AVIM is a pacing algorithm incorporated into dual-chamber pacemakers to treat hypertension. It delivers repeating sequences of shorter and longer atrioventricular delays,lowering blood pressure while…

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LOL: April 23, 2025

Dr Leslie O’Looney , 2025-04-23 07:30:00 Welcome to this week’s issue of The Week in Medicine – a round-up of all the happenings in the world of Irish medicine Dr Dermot J. Ward I have sad news to begin this week’s LOL which is that a former contributor to Irish Medical Times, Dr Dermot J….

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Dark chocolate and type 2 diabetes| Medical News Bulletin

Lauryn Doherty , 2025-04-23 17:29:00 Could your dark chocolate dependence protect against diabetes? According to anew article published in the BMJ, that sweet tooth may finally come in handy.1 Sitting at astaggering 462 million, the global burden of type 2 diabetes continues to grow,2 andwhile we know that lifestyle changes can help, tackling the issue at…

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