Real-world evidence in US Medicare drug price negotiations
The Inflation Reduction Act allowed Medicare to negotiate drug prices. A new study examines how real-world evidence was used in the first round of negotiations.
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Fungus First Discovered in South Asia Now Found in Virginia
Researchers from the University of Virginia have reported the first detected cases of the fungus Trichophyton indotineae in Virginia, found in two brothers, causing persistent skin infections that can be difficult to treat with standard antifungal medications.
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Has political violence in the United States had a negative impact on your sleep?
According to the results of a new study, more than 36% of adults in the United States (around 98 million people) reported that political violence has a negative impact on their sleep.
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Scientists from Universidad Rey Juan Carlos investigated self-medication among people experiencing pain in the European Union
This study examines the prevalence of self-medication among individuals experiencing pain across EU countries using EHIS data (2018–2020).
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The other side of relationships and female satisfaction
The study on penile implant surgery for erectile dysfunction involved 33 couples, who shared their experiences with French researchers via interviews and questionnaires.
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New World Leishmaniasis Diagnosed for the First Time in Romania
A 25-year-old woman developed cutaneous leishmaniasis after traveling to Panama and Costa Rica, marking the first imported New World case in Romania and highlighting the challenges of diagnosing and treating rare tropical infections in countries where they are not usually seen.
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Seeing the Person Behind the Screen: Supporting Oncology Patients Through Communication in the Digital Age
Insights from Marij Hillen, corresponding author of the study, on how oncologists’ communication supports cancer patients navigating online health information.
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First reported paediatric case of a rare cardiac tumour discovered in a 12-year-old girl
Doctors have identified the first known paediatric case of a rare vascular heart tumour, discovered after a young girl presented with non-specific symptoms, underscoring the importance of accurate diagnosis.
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Why Philadelphia Matters: A Study Reveals Hidden Environmental Risks for People with Disabilities
This study examines environmental inequalities affecting people with disabilities in the United States, focusing on green space, air pollution, and temperature. Using spatial cluster analysis, it highlights hidden vulnerability hotspots.
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Rare Anti-AnWj Antibody Case Highlights Challenges in Life-Saving Blood Transfusions
A rare case of anti-AnWj antibody in a 75-year-old patient reveals the challenges of blood transfusion when no compatible blood is available, highlighting critical decision-making in transfusion medicine.
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Ankara’s Voice in Oncology: Dr. Erman Akkus on Research and Care
Dr. Erman Akkus, a promising young oncologist from Ankara, discusses his research, clinical experience, and insights on cancer care, prevention, and patient outcomes.
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Rare Pancreatic Cancer Diagnosed in Patient With Kaposi Sarcoma
Clinicians from University Hospitals of North Midlands NHS Trust, Stoke-on-Trent, United Kingdom, report a rare case of primary squamous cell carcinoma of the pancreas in a patient with Kaposi sarcoma, highlighting diagnostic complexity.
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European ONTOX Project: Safer Chemicals, No Animal Testing
The European ONTOX Project, coordinated by VUB, aims to transform chemical safety with AI-driven, animal-free methods that protect human health and the environment.
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Retrospective Study Shows Earlier Immunochemotherapy Improves Outcomes in Extensive-Stage Small-Cell Lung Cancer
We spoke with Dr. Yongchang Zhang, the corresponding author of the study “Overall survival according to time-of-day of immunochemotherapy for extensive-stage small cell lung cancer.”
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Understanding IBS in Women: How Estrogen Amplifies Gut Pain
We spoke with Archana Venkataraman, co-first author of the study “A Cellular Basis for Heightened Gut Sensitivity in Females.”
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