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Focus on What the Patient Can Do

Dr William Wilkoff urges pediatricians and parents to promote as much as activity as possible for every child.

Older Adults’ Cancer Risk Rises With Any Alcohol Use

Dr Maurie Markman discusses recent data investigating the relationship between alcohol consumption and cancer risk.

Integrative Strategies in Palliative Care for MBC

The experts discuss integrative models in palliative care for MBC, highlighting the importance of multidisciplinary collaboration and personalized care strategies tailored to the individual’s needs.

Porn 'Literacy' Needed to Better Inform Young People

Ethicist Art Caplan discusses the need for young people to develop online porn 'literacy' for healthy development and relationships.

Does Thrombolysis Affect Outcomes in Tandem Lesion Stroke?

Adding intravenous thrombolysis to endovascular treatment is not associated with an increased risk for bleeding or with changes in functional outcomes in patients with carotid tandem lesions.

Missing a Case of Adult-Onset T1D Can Be Costly

Dr Vega responds to reader comments about the best course of action for a suspected case of adult-onset type 1 diabetes.

Anticonvulsant Cuts Pain Fast in Facial Neuralgia

The anticonvulsant fosphenytoin is safe and effective in quickly decreasing pain from sudden attacks of acute trigeminal neuralgia, phase 3 results show.

IL-5 Inhibitors May Be Steroid Alternative For Rx of DRESS

IL-5 inhibitors lead to dramatic reductions in eosinophil levels within 3 days in five patients with drug reaction with eosinophilia and systemic symptoms (DRESS).

Cerebral Protection in TAVI: A Picture vs Data

In a mystery of cardiology and neurology, the empirical evidence for cerebral protection in transcatheter aortic valve implantation is unclear despite plausibility and data, writes John Mandrola, MD.

After 25 Years of Effort, Is Stroke Care Meeting the Need?

Twenty-five years ago, a coalition proposed a nationwide network of stroke centers to improve stroke outcomes, but has there been enough progress to meet the need?

Is This Opioid Algorithm Misleading Doctors, Hurting Patients?

Experts question a widespread algorithm-based tool found in many EHRs meant to estimate the risk for abuse or overdose on a prescribed opioid or other controlled substance.

When Burping Becomes a Medical Problem — and How to Solve It

Botox isn’t just for wrinkles. It’s also helping patients with retrograde cricopharyngeal dysfunction finally burp and breathe easier.

Shared Decision-Making in Sports Cardiology: Are You Game?

Let them play? Dr Araújo explores the decades-long debate over sports eligibility for athletes with cardiovascular conditions.

BP in Early Pregnancy Predicts Future Hypertension Risk

A new study suggests that blood pressure in early pregnancy is predictive of future hypertension risk — even in women without preeclampsia or hypertensive disorders of pregnancy.

EU Emergency Plan Misses Local Healthcare

The EU’s new emergency strategy highlights healthcare but overlooks local service. Experts call for urgent disaster medicine training.

CT Linked to Future Cancer Risk

Projected cancer cases range from 80,000 to 127,000 across different analytical scenarios.

Cephalexin BD as Effective as QID for UTIs in the ED

Taking 500 mg cephalexin twice daily is as effective as taking it four times daily for treating urinary tract infections in the emergency department, a new study shows.

Does AI Improve Paediatric Fracture Detection?

A deep learning–based tool shows a high accuracy of fracture detection in children and may boost the diagnostic skills of emergency department residents, a real-world study suggests.

Worldwide, Doctors Report Harassment — and Inaction

Doctors report mental health effects, isolation, and even quitting their jobs — yet perpetrators rarely face consequences.

Rare Cor Triatriatum Case in Patient With HIV Uncovered

A 34-year-old woman with HIV presents with dyspnoea, revealing a rare congenital heart defect.

Know SSRI Side Effects

Dr. Paauw warns about common side effects of selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors that may be seen in primary care.

Rise: Early Mobility in the Surgical Intensive Care Unit

Emmy Award–winning filmmaker Jeffrey Teitler takes you inside Hartford Hospital’s surgical ICU, where early patient mobilization becomes a powerful fight for recovery, resilience, and quality of life.

Little Learned From Trials That Are Positive by Design

Dapagliflozin after TAVI? Semaglutide for claudication? Two trials designed to be positive should not warrant new indications for these drugs writes John Mandrola, MD.

Managing the Mental and Emotional Impact of Breast Cancer

Dr Eleonora Teplinsky discusses how a breast cancer diagnosis can trigger a wide range of emotional and mental health concerns, which can significantly impact daily life and relationships.

Thrombectomy in Distal Stroke Overreach or Fine Tuning?

The DISTAL and ESCAPE MeVO trials were neutral for thrombectomy in distal vessel occlusions — were the patients who would benefit simply not enrolled and what will the investigators do going forward?

Lacerations Most Common Ear Injuries in US Over 20 Years

A study analyzes two decades of data on traumatic ear injuries, highlighting key demographics and injury patterns across age groups.

Keto Diet With SGLT2 Inhibitors May Contribute to DKA

Novel Blood Thinner Shows Promise in Atrial Fibrillation

A recent study reveals that asundexian may reduce the risk for stroke and bleeding in patients with atrial fibrillation and limited prior anticoagulant exposure.

Our Crucial Role in Preventing Avoidable Deaths

We must continue to safeguard our patients and educate their families to ensure that they have the opportunity to lead a full and productive life.

Preventing IBD by Promoting Oral Health

Dr David Johnson comments on a recent study that provides more evidence that poor dental health can increase the risk for IBD.

When a ‘Difficult’ Patient Dies Unexpectedly

This difficult patient pushes clinical staff to their limits — but his quiet, unnoticed decline exposes critical issues in communication, compassion, and care.

Doctors and Physician Associates: Who’s Who Again?

As a medical student, I’m caught in the middle of an ongoing turf war, and honestly, I’m trying to figure out who’s supposed to be doing what — and who’s wearing the stethoscope.

Probiotics: What You Need to Know for Better Patient Care

An expert highlights how probiotics can contribute to better patient outcomes, emphasizing their role in treating a variety of conditions beyond the gut.

Alcohol Use in Women Needs More Attention From HCPs

An expert explained new French guidelines, stressing that healthcare professionals must routinely discuss alcohol use with women to prevent stigma and improve health outcomes.

Spasticity in MS: Integrating Rehab and Medical Treatments

Dr Francois Bethoux, MD, and physical therapist Patricia Bobryk discuss multidisciplinary approaches for spasticity in multiple sclerosis.

Jha: AI Can Outperform 80% of Doctors Globally

Providing AI systems to community health workers is key to improving healthcare access, Jha says, filling the gap left by substandard medical training around the world.

Your Gums Could Raise Your Stroke Risk by 22%

New findings reveal a 22% higher stroke risk linked to periodontitis, spotlighting oral health as a key factor in preventing systemic disease.

ED EMR Data Supports People With Disabilities in Emergencies

Accurate health data are essential to ensure that people with disabilities receive the care, support, and resources they need during public health emergencies.

GLP-1 Drugs Might Cut Dementia Risk in Half

New evidence brings more good news about the unanticipated effects of the GLP-1 receptor agonists.

Jha: Using AI in Medical Education Is Not Cheating

It’s time to change medical training, Jha says. With facts available instantly, students no longer need to focus on memorization. And no, this isn’t cheating.