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American Medical Journal @americanmedicaljournal.com · 23/09/2026
When multisystem symptoms don’t fit the usual picture, could MCTD be the missing diagnosis? Three unusual cases highlight atypical presentations including thrombocytopenia, pulmonary hypertension, and polyserositis. Explore the cases: www.emjreviews.com/en-us/amj/rh...
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The Many Faces of Anti-RNP Disease: A Case Series of Atypical Presentations of Mixed Connective Tissue Disease
Mixed connective tissue disease (MCTD), first described by Gordon Sharp in 1972, is a systemic autoimmune overlap syndrome characterized...
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American Medical Journal @americanmedicaljournal.com · 23/09/2026
How close are we to truly personalized breast cancer care? Sarah Premji of Sarah Cannon Research Institute shares insights from @ascocancer.bsky.social on the research and technologies helping shape more tailored treatment strategies. Watch the full interview: www.emjreviews.com/en-us/amj/on...
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American Medical Journal @americanmedicaljournal.com · 23/09/2026
Could early HIV treatment help slow biological ageing? Researchers found that untreated HIV was linked to almost six years of accelerated biological ageing, while suppressive antiretroviral therapy slowed this process. Read more: www.emjreviews.com/en-us/amj/rh...
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Halting Proteomic Aging in HIV: How Early Treatment Restores Health
Unchecked infection accelerates proteomic aging in HIV, but prompt suppressive therapy can reverse biological decay. Read more here.
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American Medical Journal @americanmedicaljournal.com · 23/09/2026
Could a closer look at the small airways help track asthma remission? A study found that improvements in small airway function were linked to clinical remission in adults with severe asthma receiving biologic treatment. www.emjreviews.com/en-us/amj/re...
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Could Small Airway Testing Help Track Asthma Remission?
Improved small airway function may help identify severe asthma remission after biologic therapy. Read more.
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American Medical Journal @americanmedicaljournal.com · 23/09/2026
Measles is back — and vulnerable patients could be at risk. People with autoimmune rheumatic diseases may be more vulnerable to measles, particularly when taking treatments that suppress the immune system. www.emjreviews.com/en-us/amj/rh...
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Measles Outbreaks Threaten Vulnerable Rheumatic Patients
Rising measles outbreaks endanger immunosuppressed adults. Read more on clinical vaccination timing and herd immunity thresholds.
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European Medical Journal @emjreviews.com · 23/09/2026
In our latest Editor’s Pick, EMJ Editor Sean Boyle highlights a standout review exploring the impact of factors such as fatigue and medication burden, and why HCPs need to look beyond the data alone. Learn more: www.emjreviews.com/neurology/ar... #Neurology #MultipleSclerosis #HCPs
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American Medical Journal @americanmedicaljournal.com · 17/09/2026
In our latest Quickfire Q&A, Pooja Advani, Assistant Professor of Medicine and Consultant at @mayoclinic.org , shares key insights from the @ascocancer.bsky.social 2026 congress. Watch here: www.emjreviews.com/en-us/amj/on...
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European Medical Journal @emjreviews.com · 11/09/2026
Full series now available: Intersectionality and Transgender Health Tonia Poteat, explores how structural factors and HIV disparities shape health equity for transgender and gender-diverse communities, while discussing how to turn evidence into clinical change. 🎧 www.emjreviews.com/general-heal...
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European Medical Journal @emjreviews.com · 07/09/2026
What happens when race, income, housing, and stigma intersect in transgender health? In this series, Tonia Poteat explores how intersectionality shapes the health and wellbeing of transgender communities. Stay tuned for Part 2 and 3 coming later this week. 🎧: www.emjreviews.com/general-heal...
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American Medical Journal @americanmedicaljournal.com · 02/09/2026
Pennsylvania has confirmed two measles deaths - its first in 35 years - both in unvaccinated residents. The state has now recorded 393 cases in 2026, amid a wider US resurgence. Read more: www.emjreviews.com/en-us/amj/mi...
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Pennsylvania Records First Measles Deaths in 35 Years
Pennsylvania has confirmed two measles deaths among unvaccinated residents. Read more about the clinical warning signs.
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European Medical Journal @emjreviews.com · 28/08/2026
Full series now available: Innovation, Research, and Inclusion in LGBTQ+ Health Dr Carl Streed Jr explores how stronger evidence, clinician training, and clearer guidance can support better gender-affirming care and improve outcomes for LGBTQIA+ patients. 🔗: www.emjreviews.com/general-heal...
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American Medical Journal @americanmedicaljournal.com · 28/08/2026
China has reported its first human case of swine influenza A(H1N2)v in a young child following probable exposure to infected pigs. All 30 close contacts tested negative, with no evidence of human-to-human transmission. Learn more: www.emjreviews.com/en-us/amj/mi...
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American Medical Journal @americanmedicaljournal.com · 28/08/2026
Could routine screening close a hidden care gap in chronic hepatitis B? Sexual dysfunction affects a substantial share of patients but is rarely assessed - the authors propose validated tools and a structured pathway. Read the review: www.emjreviews.com/en-us/amj/mi...
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Sexual Dysfunction in Chronic Hepatitis B Often Overlooked
Sexual dysfunction is frequently overlooked in chronic hepatitis B care. Read more about screening and integrated management.
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American Medical Journal @americanmedicaljournal.com · 28/08/2026
Personalized cancer vaccines move closer to the clinic in high-risk melanoma. The INTerpath-001 trial tests an mRNA neoantigen therapy plus pembrolizumab against pembrolizumab alone after surgical resection. Read more: www.emjreviews.com/en-us/amj/on...
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Moderna mRNA Cancer Vaccine Evaluated in High-Risk Melanoma
Discover how the Moderna mRNA cancer vaccine combines with immunotherapy in high-risk melanoma. Read more at AMJ for full clinical insights.
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American Medical Journal @americanmedicaljournal.com · 28/08/2026
GLP-1 receptor agonists were linked to a lower long-term risk of knee replacement surgery in osteoarthritis. In a cohort of 42,000+ patients, three years of newer agents like semaglutide cut eight-year surgical risk by 4.71 percentage points. www.emjreviews.com/en-us/amj/rh...
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Do GLP-1 Receptor Agonists Reduce Knee Replacement Risk?
New data link GLP-1 receptor agonists to lower knee replacement risk in osteoarthritis. Read more to explore the clinical implications.
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American Medical Journal @americanmedicaljournal.com · 28/08/2026
China has confirmed its first human case of swine influenza A(H1N2)v - in a healthy toddler who fully recovered. All 30 close contacts tested negative, with no evidence of human-to-human transmission. Read more: www.emjreviews.com/en-us/amj/mi...
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First Human Swine Influenza A(H1N2)v Case Detected in China
A child recovered from China’s first human swine influenza A(H1N2)v case. Read more about the suspected zoonotic exposure.
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American Medical Journal @americanmedicaljournal.com · 17/08/2026
Researchers have developed an AI model that analyzes neurological, cardiac, respiratory, and other signals captured during sleep to identify patients with long-term health trajectories. Explore the findings: www.emjreviews.com/en-us/amj/re...
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AI Finds Long-Term Health Risks During Sleep
AI-powered sleep risk stratification identifies hidden mortality and disease patterns. Read more about its clinical potential.
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American Medical Journal @americanmedicaljournal.com · 17/08/2026
Better vascular health in midlife could mean up to 12.6 more years without dementia. Adults with no vascular risk factors averaged 30 dementia-free years between ages 55 and 95, compared with 17.5 years among those with three risk factors. Explore more on AMJ: www.emjreviews.com/en-us/amj/ne...
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Midlife Vascular Risk Costs Up to 13 Dementia-Free Years
Discover how midlife vascular risk burden impacts long-term cognitive health and survival. Read more about the latest findings.
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American Medical Journal @americanmedicaljournal.com · 11/08/2026
Secondhand smoke could be quietly disrupting children's sleep. Children exposed to secondhand smoke experienced 67% more sleep disruptions than those who weren't exposed, even though they slept for a similar amount of time and had similar levels of sleep apnea. www.emjreviews.com/en-us/amj/re...
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Secondhand Smoke Worsens Sleep Quality in Children
Secondhand smoke may fragment sleep in children without worsening apnea severity. Read more about the clinical findings.
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American Medical Journal @americanmedicaljournal.com · 11/08/2026
Artificial sweeteners are under fresh scrutiny after new data on brain health. Six out of seven agents studied independently correlated with faster cognitive decline. Learn more: www.emjreviews.com/en-us/amj/ne...
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High Intake of Artificial Sweeteners Linked to Cognitive Decline
A long-term prospective study links high artificial sweetener consumption to faster cognitive aging. Read more about the clinical findings.
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American Medical Journal @americanmedicaljournal.com · 11/08/2026
Could a yearly blood test catch cancer earlier? A multi-cancer early detection trial shifted diagnoses toward earlier stages - identifying 4x more cancers and cutting emergency presentations by a quarter. Explore the findings: www.emjreviews.com/en-us/amj/on...
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Multi-Cancer Early Detection Screening Reduces Stage IV Diagnoses
Read more about how multi-cancer early detection screening reduces late-stage diagnoses and emergency presentations in a landmark trial.
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American Medical Journal @americanmedicaljournal.com · 03/08/2026
Antibiotic resistance is showing up in childhood ear infections A new study found Haemophilus influenzae was the most common pathogen in middle ear infections, with many strains showing AMR Explore the study: www.emjreviews.com/en-us/amj/mi...
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Ear Infection Bacteria Are Changing in Young Children
Signs of ear infection in baby may involve changing bacterial pathogens and antibiotic resistance. Read more about the latest findings.
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American Medical Journal @americanmedicaljournal.com · 03/08/2026
Could artificial sweeteners be affecting brain health? A new long-term study linked higher intake of low- and no-calorie sweeteners with faster cognitive decline over eight years. Read more: www.emjreviews.com/en-us/amj/ne...
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High Artificial Sweetener Intake Linked to Cognitive Decline
Find out more about how daily low-calorie sweetener consumption is associated with accelerated cognitive decline and brain aging in adults.
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European Medical Journal @emjreviews.com · 13/07/2026
Rumination may be a key driver of adolescent depression, new evidence suggests. Across 24,000+ teens, the repetitive-thinking pattern had a strong link to depressive symptoms. Explore the findings: www.emjreviews.com/general-heal... #Depression #MedicalResearch #MentalHealth
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Rumination Strongly Linked to Depression in Adolescents
Read more about the correlation has been found between rumination and depression in adolescents, according to a new meta-analysis.
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American Medical Journal @americanmedicaljournal.com · 13/07/2026
Alzheimer's is often identified first in primary care or emergency medicine, where clinicians must separate slow cognitive decline from acute delirium. A new review maps how the diagnostic pathway is shifting - from clinical suspicion to biomarkers and imaging. www.emjreviews.com/en-us/amj/ne...
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Alzheimer’s Disease Diagnosis Enters a New Era
Read more on how biomarkers, imaging, and acute care awareness are reshaping Alzheimer’s disease diagnosis and management.
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American Medical Journal @americanmedicaljournal.com · 13/07/2026
Why do some patients with opioid use disorder still seek opioids outside the healthcare system? New research suggests that access alone isn't enough. Many patients continue to rely on informal sources, highlighting gaps in opioid care, continuity, and support. 🔗: www.emjreviews.com/en-us/amj/mi...
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Medication Access May Not Close Opioid Care Gaps
Read more on extra-medical MOUD use among adults prescribed methadone or buprenorphine.
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American Medical Journal @americanmedicaljournal.com · 13/07/2026
GLP-1s may reduce obesity related cancer risk, new research shows. Across large observational cohorts, they were linked to reduced rates of endometrial, liver, colorectal, and other cancers. Learn more: www.emjreviews.com/en-us/amj/on...
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GLP-1 Receptor Agonists Show Promise Against Obesity Related Cancer
GLP-1 receptor agonists may reduce obesity related cancer risk. Read more about the latest evidence on AMJ.
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American Medical Journal @americanmedicaljournal.com · 13/07/2026
Problematic alcohol use may predict health, relationship, and mental health outcomes in midlife, according to a study of twins. Persistent problematic alcohol use was associated with poorer health, lower life satisfaction, and more depressive symptoms. www.emjreviews.com/en-us/amj/ne...
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Twin Study Reveals Lasting Impact of Problematic Alcohol Use
Problematic alcohol use patterns may be negatively associated with health outcomes in mid-life. Read more on AMJ.
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American Medical Journal @americanmedicaljournal.com · 13/07/2026
Could testosterone therapy change how patients with asthma or COPD use their medications? A Danish registry study found that this approach was associated with a delayed reduction in inhaled corticosteroid use. Read the full findings: www.emjreviews.com/respiratory/...
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Testosterone Treatment Linked to Lower Steroid Use
Testosterone treatment may affect inhaler use in airway disease. Read more on the latest registry findings.
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American Medical Journal @americanmedicaljournal.com · 24/06/2026
Are your patients getting enough sun protection at work? New research links occupational solar UV exposure with an increased risk of melanoma, reinforcing the importance of discussing sun safety with patients who spend long hours outdoors. Learn more: www.emjreviews.com/en-us/amj/de...
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Occupational Solar UV Exposure Raises Melanoma Risk
Occupational solar UV exposure may raise melanoma risk. Read more on workplace sun protection.
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American Medical Journal @americanmedicaljournal.com · 24/06/2026
Is remote monitoring enough after sepsis? A new randomized trial found that remote monitoring did not reduce readmissions or increase time spent at home following hospitalization for sepsis or lower respiratory tract infection. Discover more: www.emjreviews.com/respiratory/...
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Remote Monitoring Fails to Reduce Readmissions After Sepsis
Remote monitoring did not reduce readmissions after serious infection. Read more on the trial findings.
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American Medical Journal @americanmedicaljournal.com · 24/06/2026
What patients eat could influence their stroke risk. New findings link higher dietary inflammatory scores with an increased risk of stroke, reinforcing the role of nutrition in preventive care. Read more: www.emjreviews.com/en-us/amj/ne...
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Food Inflammation Scores Predict Stroke Risk
Higher food inflammation scores were linked to stroke prevalence in adults. Read more on dietary risk.
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American Medical Journal @americanmedicaljournal.com · 11/06/2026
Hospitalized patients with cancer face longer stays, higher readmissions, and greater mortality. A new needs assessment shows where inpatient oncology care can improve. Read it here: www.emjreviews.com/en-us/amj/on...
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Inpatient Oncology Care Needs Stronger Collaboration
Onco-hospitalist care may improve inpatient oncology management. Read more on key gaps.
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American Medical Journal @americanmedicaljournal.com · 11/06/2026
What is the most common reason patients skip sunscreen? They forget. A Bronx-based study unpacks what stops people from wearing sun protection, looking specifically at differences between diverse populations. Full story here: www.emjreviews.com/en-us/amj/de...
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Sunscreen Use Barriers Persist Across Diverse Patients
Explore sunscreen use barriers in diverse patients and read more about practical dermatology counseling opportunities.
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American Medical Journal @americanmedicaljournal.com · 05/06/2026
Global pediatric skin disease burden rose significantly from 1990 to 2021, but why? Find out on AMJ: www.emjreviews.com/en-us/amj/de...
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Skin Disease Burden Rises in Young People
Pediatric skin disease burden is rising globally, driven by acne and atopic dermatitis. Read more.
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American Medical Journal @americanmedicaljournal.com · 05/06/2026
It's not just how often patients use cannabis, it's how they use it. A new analysis of 58.9 million U.S. adults reveals who is most likely to develop cannabis use disorder based on whether they inhale or ingest the drug. Read the full findings: www.emjreviews.com/en-us/amj/ne...
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Inhaled Cannabis Linked to Higher Disorder Risk
Cannabis use disorder risk varied by cannabis mode in U.S. adults. Read more on the latest national survey findings.
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American Medical Journal @americanmedicaljournal.com · 05/06/2026
Hispanic outdoor workers face elevated skin cancer risk - and very few tailored educational resources are available. A new co-designed video aims to change that. Learn more: www.emjreviews.com/dermatology/...
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Skin Cancer Prevention Video Targets Outdoor Workers
Read more on a culturally tailored video designed to support skin cancer prevention among Hispanic outdoor workers.
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American Medical Journal @americanmedicaljournal.com · 26/05/2026
Could music therapy be better than traditional methods for children with ADHD? A new RCT shows suggest yes. Find out why: www.emjreviews.com/en-us/amj/ne...
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ADHD Attention Improved With Music-Based Therapy
Music-based occupational therapy improved attention in children with ADHD. Read more about the clinical findings.
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American Medical Journal @americanmedicaljournal.com · 26/05/2026
New multinational AMR surveillance data: UTIs were the most common hospital infection, but bloodstream and respiratory infections carried the biggest mortality risk. See the full findings: www.emjreviews.com/en-us/amj/mi...
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Certain Hospital Infections Show Markedly Lower Survival
Antimicrobial resistance surveillance reveals hospital infection and survival patterns. Read more.
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American Medical Journal @americanmedicaljournal.com · 26/05/2026
Could an eye scan help detect Alzheimer's before symptoms take hold? AI retinal imaging is being evaluated as a referral tool in primary care - and the rationale is compelling. See the findings: www.emjreviews.com/en-us/amj/ne...
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AI Retinal Imaging Targets Earlier Alzheimer’s Detection
AI retinal imaging may help guide Alzheimer’s referrals. Read more about the planned diagnostic review.
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American Medical Journal @americanmedicaljournal.com · 12/05/2026
Dermatology is advancing rapidly. Stay informed with the latest issue of AMJ Dermatology. Featuring expert analysis of #AAD2026, from AI diagnostics to the sodium hypochlorite revival. We explore the breakthroughs redefining the modern standard of care. Read now: www.emjreviews.com/en-us/amj/de...
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American Medical Journal @americanmedicaljournal.com · 05/05/2026
Could breastfeeding shape your child's allergy risk into adulthood? New data says yes - more than 4 months of exclusive breastfeeding cut asthma odds by 25%. Read more: www.emjreviews.com/en-us/amj/re...
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Breastfeeding Tied to Lower Asthma Risk
New study shows breastfeeding for at least 4 months was linked to lower asthma and IgE sensitization. Read more.
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American Medical Journal @americanmedicaljournal.com · 05/05/2026
Should physical activity be considered standard care in arthritis management? Updated recommendations now position movement as a core component of treatment, with a focus on increasing activity and reducing sedentary behavior. Explore the findings: www.emjreviews.com/en-us/amj/rh...
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New Arthritis Guidelines Prioritize Physical Activity
Physical activity is now a central part of arthritis and osteoarthritis care according to updated EULAR guidelines. Read more.
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American Medical Journal @americanmedicaljournal.com · 05/05/2026
Social and environmental factors may play a larger role in acne than previously thought. A new exposome framework looks at how health equity, access to care, and environmental exposure influence disease burden and outcomes. Find out more: www.emjreviews.com/en-us/amj/de...
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Acne Linked to Lifestyle and Environmental Exposures
Explore how environmental and lifestyle exposures influence acne risk and severity, with new insights into prevention read more.
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American Medical Journal @americanmedicaljournal.com · 05/05/2026
Surgery timing in colon cancer: A 36-49 day window before the operating table didn't compromise survival - and may be the opportunity prehabilitation needs. Explore the findings from 3,376 patients: www.emjreviews.com/en-us/amj/on...
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Colon Cancer Surgery Timing Study Challenges Delay Concerns
Colon cancer surgery may be safely delayed up to 49 days. Read more on survival and prehabilitation implications.
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American Medical Journal @americanmedicaljournal.com · 21/04/2026
Stroke outcome prediction may be enhanced by AI-driven analysis of clinical notes. New findings from AAN 2026 congress highlight the potential of large language models in prognostic assessment. Learn more about the research: t.co/3tzr9ZjPc9
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American Medical Journal @americanmedicaljournal.com · 17/04/2026
🧠 Rethinking early intervention in relapsing MS Can early treatment slow disease progression in patients with relapsing multiple sclerosis (MS)? Explore now: www.emjreviews.com/en-us/amj/ne...
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American Medical Journal @americanmedicaljournal.com · 14/04/2026
Is there a link between mRNA COVID-19 vaccines and cancer? A new case report and review explore a temporal association with hematologic malignancy, while emphasizing that current evidence is limited and not causal. 🔗: www.emjreviews.com/en-us/amj/on...
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mRNA COVID-19 Vaccination and Cancer Link Explored
A case report and review examine mRNA vaccination and cancer risk. Read more about the proposed mechanisms.
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American Medical Journal @americanmedicaljournal.com · 14/04/2026
Transcranial magnetic stimulation shows promise as an add-on therapy for PTSD. New research highlights improved symptom reduction and longer-lasting effects when combined with trauma-focused treatment. Learn more about the study: www.emjreviews.com/en-us/amj/ne...
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New Evidence Supports Brain Stimulation for PTSD
Navigated transcranial magnetic stimulation improved PTSD outcomes in residential care. Read more.
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American Medical Journal @americanmedicaljournal.com · 14/04/2026
Are Parkinsonism patterns changing over time? New data show declining Parkinson’s disease incidence but rising prevalence, alongside increasing recognition of vascular Parkinsonism. 🔗: www.emjreviews.com/en-us/amj/ne...
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How Parkinsonism Subtypes Are Changing Over Time
Parkinsonism incidence and prevalence are shifting across subtypes in the UK. Read more.
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