Study from Flanders, Belgium Reveals Hidden Loneliness Among Childless Adults
A study from Flanders, Belgium shows that adults without children experience higher levels of loneliness, with the strongest impact seen in middle age.
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University Hospital of Strasbourg Study Compares Immediate and Delayed-Immediate Breast Reconstruction After Mastectomy
A study from University Hospital of Strasbourg compares immediate and delayed-immediate breast reconstruction after mastectomy, examining aesthetic outcomes, complications, patient satisfaction…
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VUB and Universitair Ziekenhuis Brussel: New preliminary evidence suggests that a nerve test may help select patients for the treatment of life-threatening arrhythmias
Researchers from Vrije Universiteit Brussel (VUB) and Universitair Ziekenhuis Brussel (UZ Brussel) present preliminary evidence that stellate ganglion block may help identify patients with severe arrhythmias who are more likely to benefit from cardiac sympathetic denervation.
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Rare Case: Congenital Pancreatic Pseudocyst Recurs After Surgery in Three-Year-Old Child
A rare case report describes the first documented recurrence of a congenital pancreatic pseudocyst after surgical treatment in a three-year-old child,
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Nationwide study reveals regional disparities in access to oral and maxillofacial surgical care in Japan
A nationwide study evaluating regional disparities in oral and maxillofacial surgical care in Japan by analyzing the distribution of certified specialists, hospitals, and dental clinics across 47 prefectures.
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One Family, Three Different Faces of Yao Syndrome
Three family members with NOD2 variants reveal the diverse clinical manifestations of Yao syndrome and the need for personalized treatment approaches.
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First Corpus Callosotomy in The Gambia as a Step Forward in Neurosurgical Care
A 10-year-old boy in The Gambia undergoes a life-changing epilepsy surgery that ends debilitating drop attacks and transforms daily life.
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How a Scientific Approach Helped Ease Workers’ Fears: A Rare Liver Cancer Case in the PVC Industry
A Swedish study shows how structured risk assessment and transparent communication reduced workers’ anxiety after a rare liver angiosarcoma case in a PVC factory, clarifying real vinyl chloride exposure risks.
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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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Six women, the same loss: a new study reveals how life changes after late miscarriage
A new study explores how life changes after late miscarriage and fetal loss, showing profound and lasting impacts on daily life, alongside coping processes that help life continue after loss.
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Irish Doctors Report First Known Case of Dual Trichosporon inkin Infection After Lung Transplant
A unique case of concurrent pleural and bloodstream infection caused by Trichosporon inkin in a lung transplant patient underscores the importance of accurate diagnosis and targeted antifungal therapy.
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At the Intersection of Menopause and Rare Disease
A 2026 review examines the intersection of menopause and rare diseases and highlights the need for more focused research in this area.
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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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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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