June 30, 2025

Can Typos Change a Diagnosis?

Large language models used in clinical decision-making may offer different treatment recommendations depending on how a patient writes their message—even when the medical facts remain unchanged.

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June 27, 2025

Gout and Ultrasound Predict Carotid Risk

Ultrasound features and gout flares help identify patients at risk for carotid plaque vulnerability, a key factor in stroke risk.

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June 16, 2025

Can Gout Therapy Protect Hearts Too?

New research shows achieving serum urate targets within1 year may significantly reduce major cardiovascular events in gout patients.

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June 12, 2025

Gene Variants Linked to CPPD Risk

A large genetic study in U.S. veterans has identified ENPP1 and RNF144B as genes associated with calcium pyrophosphate deposition disease, suggesting potential for targeted treatment approaches.

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February 06, 2025

Meds that May Increase Dementia Risk

Antimicrobials, anti-inflammatories, and vaccines were associated with reduced dementia risk, while antipsychotics, antidepressants, and diabetes medications were frequently associated with increased dementia risk.

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July 26, 2024

Healing and Owing: U.S. Health Workers' $150 Billion Debt Dilemma

A new study exposes the alarming levels of medical and educational debt burdening U.S. health care workers, with debt disproportionately affecting women, Black workers, and those in lower-paying fields.

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January 15, 2025

Bertagnolli to Exit NIH Director Role

NIH director, Dr. Monica M. Bertagnolli, is stepping down after launching major initiatives in women's health and long COVID research, indicating optimism for their continuation under new leadership.

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March 04, 2025

FDA Approves Prefilled Syringe for Cortrophin Gel

FDA approves a prefilled syringe format for Purified Cortrophin Gel, reducing administration steps for patients with inflammatory and autoimmune conditions.

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June 10, 2024

Melatonin May Reduce Age-related Macular Degeneration Risk

Melatonin use is associated with a reduced risk of developing and progressing age-related macular degeneration.

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