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The effects of repeated head impacts in athletes may last longer than we think. New research links blood-brain barrier disruption to cognitive decline in retired athletes. Read more:
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Persistent Blood-Brain Barrier Disruption Linked to Cognitive Decline
Blood-brain barrier disruption may drive cognitive decline after head trauma. Learn how new research links vascular damage to long-term brain health.
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Meningitis cases in the UK have begun to decline. Confirmed cases have dropped from 34 to 29, with no new cases reported in the latest update. Health officials say the overall risk remains low, but emphasise the importance of symptom awareness and rapid response
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Meningitis Cases Drop in Latest UK Outbreak Update
Confirmed MenB cases now stand at 29, after reaching a peak of 34 over the weekend. Read more of the latest updates on the meningitis outbreak in Kent, UK.
https://www.emjreviews.com/general-healthcare/news/meningitis-cases-drop-in-latest-uk-outbreak-update/
9 days ago
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New research offers insight into COVID-19 outcomes in cystic fibrosis transplant recipients, highlighting lung function as a potential factor linked to disease severity. Read here:
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COVID-19 Outcomes in Cystic Fibrosis Transplants
Lung function may shape COVID-19 outcomes in cystic fibrosis transplant recipients. Learn more about the latest findings and clinical implications.
https://www.emjreviews.com/respiratory/news/covid-19-outcomes-in-cystic-fibrosis-transplants/
9 days ago
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Europe Misses One in Five Tuberculosis Cases
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Europe Misses One in Five Tuberculosis Cases
Read more about the challenges facing the WHO European Region in combatting tuberculosis.
https://www.emjreviews.com/microbiology-infectious-diseases/news/europe-misses-one-in-five-tuberculosis-cases/
13 days ago
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Global policies to tackle antimicrobial resistance are improving - but infections arenβt falling yet. New research suggests AMR governance has strengthened worldwide, though real-world impact may take years to emerge. Read more:
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AMR Governance Improving, But Resistance Still Rising
Global AMR governance has improved, but antimicrobial resistance remains high, highlighting gaps in policy implementation and surveillance.
https://www.emjreviews.com/microbiology-infectious-diseases/news/amr-governance-improving-but-resistance-still-rising/
14 days ago
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Scientists have developed a new highly accurate blood test that can detect endometriosis across menstrual cycle phases, catching cases missed by ultrasound and MRI. Learn more:
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New Blood Test Detects Missed Endometriosis Cases
Read more about the new blood test that accurately detects endometriosis in cases missed by standard imaging techniques.
https://www.emjreviews.com/reproductive-health/news/new-blood-test-detects-missed-endometriosis-cases/
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Can your recognise the signs of meningitis? β οΈ Meningitis can progress rapidly and early symptoms like fever, headache, and neck stiffness are easy to miss. With 1 in 6 cases of bacterial meningitis proving fatal, early recognition can be life-saving. Learn more:
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15 days ago
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Excitement is building for #EBMT26! ππ From 22-25 March 2026, #Madrid πͺπΈ will host thousands of HCP's and innovators. π Attend in-person, secure a Day Pass or join virtually and access recordings until 25 April 2026. π« Register now β¬οΈ
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EMJ Flagship is out now! Catch up on the latest advances in AI diagnostics, therapeutics and beyond: π How predictive models are reshaping disease surveillance β¨ Air pollution and rising rates of interstitial lung disease π¬ Latest research highlights. Read here:
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Flu viruses evolve quickly - and vaccines must keep up. In response, the WHO has finalised the influenza vaccine composition for the 2026β27 northern hemisphere season. Discover more:
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WHO Updates Influenza Vaccine Strains for 2026β27 Season
WHO announces updated influenza vaccine strains for the 2026β27 northern hemisphere season, reflecting evolving flu virus patterns worldwide.
https://www.emjreviews.com/microbiology-infectious-diseases/news/who-updates-influenza-vaccine-strains-for-2026-27-season/"
27 days ago
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Could a vegetarian diet lower cancer risk? The largest analysis to date spanning 1.8 million people across three continents suggests it might. Learn more about the research:
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Vegetarianism Linked to Lower Risk of Five Types of Cancer
Read more about how vegetarianism has been linked to a lower risk of five types of cancer in a 2026 pooled analysis. Read more.
https://www.emjreviews.com/oncology/news/vegetarianism-linked-to-lower-risk-of-five-types-of-cancer/
28 days ago
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Pipe and cigar smoking is often perceived as a safer alternative to cigarettes, but new evidence suggests this assumption may be misplaced. Learn more:
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Pipe and Cigar Smoking Linked to Faster Lung Decline
Pipe and cigar smoking is linked to faster lung function decline and higher mortality, even among people who have never smoked cigarettes.
https://www.emjreviews.com/respiratory/news/pipe-and-cigar-smoking-linked-to-faster-lung-decline/
30 days ago
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A second pregnancy reshapes the brain. MRI data show distinct changes in grey matter volume, white matter tracts, and functional networks - with links to maternal mental health. Explore here:
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MRIs Reveal Brain Structure Changes After Second Pregnancy
MRI scans have shown unique changes in brain structure after a second pregnancy. Learn more about this study.
https://www.emjreviews.com/radiology/news/mris-reveal-brain-structure-changes-after-second-pregnancy/
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Could surgery offer more protection for the heart than the latest weight-loss drugs? Find out here:
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Weight Loss Surgery Healthier for the Heart than GLP-1s
Find out more about how metabolic and bariatric surgery offers greater cardiovascular protection than GLP-1 receptor agonists.
https://www.emjreviews.com/diabetes/news/weight-loss-surgery-healthier-for-the-heart-than-glp-1s/"
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Could camels help tackle antimicrobial resistance? Researchers have identified camel-derived antimicrobial peptides against multidrug-resistant E. coli and MRSA. π
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Getting Over the AMR Hump with Camel Antimicrobial Peptides
Researchers uncover three antimicrobial peptides in dromedary camels that show potent activity against multidrug-resistant bacteria.
https://www.emjreviews.com/microbiology-infectious-diseases/news/getting-over-the-amr-hump-with-camel-antimicrobial-peptides/"
about 1 month ago
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The home environment is a primary driver of asthma-related sleep issues and physical limitations, new study finds. Explore here:
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Asthma Symptoms Linked to Hidden Risks Inside the Home
Study finds indoor asthma triggers such as smoking, poor ventilation, and mould are strongly linked to worse symptoms and daily limitations.
https://www.emjreviews.com/respiratory/news/asthma-symptoms-linked-to-hidden-risks-inside-the-home/
about 1 month ago
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Sudden cardiac arrest often strikes without warning. AI-driven ECG analysis may help identify subtle pre-arrest signals before clinical deterioration. π
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AI ECG Model Predicts Cardiac Arrest Early
Time series electrocardiography combined with AI predicted cardiac arrest with remarkable accuracy. Discover how this approach could improve early detection.
https://www.emjreviews.com/cardiology/news/ai-ecg-model-predicts-cardiac-arrest-early/
about 1 month ago
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With 37% of UK adults reporting that social media has a negative impact on their mental health, is it time to reconsider our relationship with these platforms? Read more:
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More Than One in Three Say Social Media Harms Their Mental Health
More than one in three adults in the UK say social media has negatively affected their mental health, as tech giants come under fire.
https://www.emjreviews.com/general-healthcare/news/more-than-one-in-three-say-social-media-harms-their-mental-health/
about 1 month ago
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To address the global surge in STIs, the WHO has launched a new operational handbook designed to standardise prevention, diagnosis, and treatment services across all health systems. Read more about the new WHO guidelines:
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New WHO Handbook for Global STI Prevention
The WHO releases landmark handbook to strengthen STI prevention, helping countries integrate services and tackle rising infections worldwide. Learn more now.
https://www.emjreviews.com/general-healthcare/news/new-who-handbook-strengthens-sti-prevention-globally/
about 1 month ago
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New evidence from a large-scale Singapore trial suggests that deploying Wolbachia-infected mosquitoes is a powerful way to suppress dengue fever. Uncover more of the findings:
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Scientists Are Turning Male Mosquitoes into Dengue Control
Releasing male Aedes aegypti mosquitoes infected with Wolbachia cut wild mosquito numbers in Singapore and lowered dengue infection risk.
https://www.emjreviews.com/microbiology-infectious-diseases/news/scientists-are-turning-male-mosquitoes-into-dengue-control/
about 1 month ago
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Reducing neonatal unit admissions starts with better thermal care. New real-world data shows a portable warming device can restore body temperature quickly - while improving workflows and cutting costs. π
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Novel Neonatal Warming Device Reduces Intensive Care Admissions
Portable neonatal warming device restores normothermia, reduces neonatal unit admissions, and supports family centred care across UK hospitals.
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about 1 month ago
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Sedentary behaviour and circadian disruption were independently associated with adult acne in nearly 12,000 adults. Mental health partially explained the link. Should lifestyle counselling play a bigger role in acne management? π
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Lifestyle and Mental Health Play Key Role in Adult Acne
Sedentary lifestyle, poor sleep and mental health may influence adult acne risk, according to a large population study. Learn more about the key findings.
https://www.emjreviews.com/dermatology/news/lifestyle-and-mental-health-play-key-role-in-adult-acne/
about 2 months ago
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Did you know that maternal diabetes is associated with an increased epilepsy risk in offspring? Find out why:
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Maternal Diabetes Associated with Epilepsy in Offspring
Find out more about how maternal diabetes is associated with an increased epilepsy risk in offspring, according to a 2026 cohort study.
https://www.emjreviews.com/diabetes/news/maternal-diabetes-associated-with-epilepsy-in-offspring/
about 2 months ago
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Why does experiencing psychosis cause a 20-year-oldβs brain to show a biological "age gap" of several years compared to their actual age? Find out now:
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Psychotic Experiences Linked to Early Brain Ageing
Find out more about how psychotic experiences may influence early brain ageing and what this means for future mental health.
https://www.emjreviews.com/neurology/news/psychotic-experiences-may-cause-early-brain-ageing/
about 2 months ago
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A major 2026 study reveals that AI reporting significantly boosts diagnostic accuracy in chest radiograph analysis. Explore the findings:
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AI Tools Can Improve Accuracy in Chest Radiograph Reporting
Learn about how AI tools can improve diagnostic accuracy in chest radiograph reporting, according to a 2026 prospective reader study.
https://www.emjreviews.com/radiology/news/ai-tools-can-improve-accuracy-in-chest-radiograph-reporting/
about 2 months ago
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Scientists have created a lab-grown heart that beats autonomously, offering unprecedented insight into cardiac function. Learn more:
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Scientists Develop Lab-Grown Heart that Beats Autonomously
Discover how a lab-grown heart with sensors tracks beating and force, transforming cardiac research and personalised drug testing.
https://www.emjreviews.com/innovations/news/scientists-develop-lab-grown-heart-that-beats-autonomously/
about 2 months ago
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Could the way hospitals process platelets be causing unnecessary increases in transfusion frequency? Find out now:
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Benefit of Acupuncture for Migraine Backed by Brain Imaging
Find out more about how acupuncture for migraine reduces pain, and how brain scans may predict treatment success.
https://www.emjreviews.com/general-healthcare/news/benefit-of-acupuncture-for-migraine-backed-by-brain-imaging/
2 months ago
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Progress in hard-to-treat depression: Long-term follow-up shows sustained benefit from vagus nerve stimulation in patients with highly treatment-resistant major depression. π
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Vagus Nerve Stimulation for Treatment-resistant Major Depression
Find out how vagus nerve stimulation delivers durable symptom relief and quality of life gains in treatment resistant depression patients.
https://www.emjreviews.com/neurology/news/vagus-nerve-stimulation-for-treatment-resistant-major-depression/
2 months ago
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Could a simple dietary supplement help protect against Alzheimerβs? New research suggests taurine may reduce inflammation and support brain health, highlighting the potential of nutrition-based prevention. Discover more of the research:
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Dietary Taurine Shows Promise in Alzheimerβs Disease
Dietary taurine supplementation reduced neuroinflammation and pathology in Alzheimerβs disease models. Learn more about its preventative potential.
https://www.emjreviews.com/general-healthcare/news/dietary-taurine-shows-promise-in-alzheimers-disease/
2 months ago
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Did you know? People with psychiatric disorders face nearly double the risk of developing colorectal cancer compared to those without psychiatric diagnoses. Learn more:
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Psychiatric Disorders Linked to Colorectal Cancer Risk
New UK Biobank data link psychiatric disorders with higher colorectal cancer risk. Learn more about the screening and prevention implications.
https://www.emjreviews.com/general-healthcare/news/psychiatric-disorders-linked-to-colorectal-cancer-risk/"
2 months ago
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Diabetes drugs may slow prostate cancer progression. In a large cohort, SGLT2 inhibitor use was linked to lower rates of hormone therapy failure. π
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SGLT2 Inhibitors May Delay Prostate Cancer Progression
SGLT2 inhibitors linked to lower hormone therapy failure in prostate cancer. Learn more about their potential role in improving treatment outcomes.
https://www.emjreviews.com/urology/news/sglt2-inhibitors-may-delay-prostate-cancer-progression/"
2 months ago
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β€οΈ One blood test could flag heart risk decades in advance. New data show that elevated lipoprotein(a) predicts cardiovascular events up to 30 years prior in otherwise healthy women. Learn more:
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Lipoprotein(a) and Thirty-Year Risk of Cardiovascular Disease in Women
Find out how lipoprotein(a) screening identifies women at long term cardiovascular risk and supports earlier prevention strategies for heart disease.
https://www.emjreviews.com/cardiology/news/lipoproteina-and-thirty-year-risk-of-cardiovascular-disease-in-women/"
2 months ago
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Could a routine blood test aid early nephropathy risk stratification? New evidence supports the neutrophil-to-lymphocyte ratio as a potential biomarker for identifying higher-risk patients with diabetes. π
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Blood Inflammation Ratio Tied to Diabetic Nephropathy
Meta-analysis shows neutrophil to lymphocyte ratio is associated with higher risk and progression of diabetic nephropathy, supporting its potential use as an inflammatory biomarker in clinical practic...
https://www.emjreviews.com/nephrology/news/blood-inflammation-ratio-tied-to-diabetic-nephropathy/"
2 months ago
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Therapist-guided CBT can effectively reduce anxiety and improve asthma-related outcomes, new study finds. Learn more:
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Asthma Anxiety Reduced with Therapist-Guided Internet CBT
Therapist-guided internet CBT safely lowers asthma-related anxiety and boosts quality of life, control, and behaviour in adults with asthma.
https://www.emjreviews.com/respiratory/news/asthma-anxiety-reduced-with-therapist-guided-internet-cbt/"
2 months ago
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EMJβs latest Innovations journal is out now β including all the latest from GIANT Health 2025 and beyond. Click through to discover our must-reads from the journal. 1/5 π:
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3 months ago
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Notifying women of breast density within population-based screening programmes may have unintended adverse effects, but why? Find out more:
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3 months ago
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Diabetes is placing a massive, unseen strain on the global economy, far beyond hospital budgets. Uncover why:
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Economic Burden of Diabetes Set to Soar Globally
Global modelling study shows the economic burden of diabetes could reach trillions by 2050, with informal caregiving a major, under-recognised cost driver.
https://www.emjreviews.com/diabetes/news/economic-burden-of-diabetes-set-to-soar-globally/
3 months ago
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How does schizophrenia impact processing speed? Find out:
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Understanding How Schizophrenia Impacts Processing Speed
Keep reading to learn how processing speed impairment persists in schizophrenia and why it matters for patient care.
https://www.emjreviews.com/neurology/news/understanding-how-schizophrenia-impacts-processing-speed/
3 months ago
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Researchers have developed an imaging-based method that accurately estimates patient-specific radiation dose across multiple CT scan regions - without the time burden of slice-by-slice calculations. Read more π
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New Method Improves CT Dose Estimates
CT is one of the most widely used diagnostic imaging tools, but accurately estimating patient radiation dose remains challenging because of wide variation in body size and anatomy.
https://www.emjreviews.com/radiology/news/new-method-improves-ct-dose-estimates/
3 months ago
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π©Ί Which patients with cancer are most at risk after nephrostomy? A retrospective study identifies key laboratory, imaging, and clinical predictors of sepsis and mortality following nephrostomy tube placement for malignant urinary obstruction. π
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3 months ago
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Starting this month, hundreds of thousands of young children across England will receive routine protection against chickenpox, marking a major expansion of the NHS childhood vaccination programme. Learn more:
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NHS Adds Chickenpox Vaccine to Routine Childhood Immunisations
The NHS has introduced routine chickenpox vaccination using the combined MMRV jab, protecting young children from varicella across the UK.
https://www.emjreviews.com/general-healthcare/news/nhs-adds-chickenpox-vaccine-to-routine-childhood-immunisations/
3 months ago
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4 months ago
Longer Reproductive Lifespan Linked to Lower Dementia
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Longer Reproductive Lifespan Linked to Lower Dementia
Longer reproductive lifespan, childbirth and extended hormone replacement therapy are associated with lower dementia risk in postmenopausal women with type 2 diabetes in this large cohort analysis.
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New study: Metformin does not improve insulin resistance in adults with type 1 diabetes, challenging long-held assumptions. Learn more:
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Metformin Fails to Improve Insulin Resistance in Type 1 Diabetes
Gold-standard clamp trial shows metformin fails to improve insulin resistance in type 1 diabetes, highlighting unmet treatment needs.
https://www.emjreviews.com/diabetes/news/metformin-fails-to-improve-insulin-resistance-in-type-1-diabetes/
4 months ago
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How much higher is the NOβ exposure in a home with a gas stove compared to one with an electric stove? Find out more:
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New Study Reveals True Impact of Gas Stoves on NOβ Exposure
Gas stoves are a major source of indoor nitrogen dioxide, raising exposure levels WHO guidelines for millions of people.
https://www.emjreviews.com/respiratory/news/new-study-reveals-true-impact-of-gas-stoves-on-no%E2%82%82-exposure/
4 months ago
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Integrating a new AI system into a bionic hand supports amputees to complete everyday tasks with enhanced precision and far less cognitive strain than older prosthetics. Learn more about the technology:
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AI Bionic Hand Delivers Smarter Hand Control for Amputees
New research reveals how AI boosts natural control in a bionic hand. Keep reading to learn what the study shows.
https://www.emjreviews.com/innovations/news/ai-bionic-hand-delivers-smarter-hand-control-for-amputees/
4 months ago
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Eric Topol
4 months ago
Reinventing modern medicine My interview with the European Medical Journal
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Reinventing Modern Medicine: Interview with Eric Topol
We've made extraordinary progress. When I started my career, we were in analogue mode. We didn't have any ability to sequence...
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EMJβs Winter Flagship Journal is now live! Inside, discover: - A COVID-19 biobank strengthening pandemic preparedness - A state-of-the-art review on cystic fibrosis - How hypertension management affects CKD progression. And more! Read the full issue:
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Catherine Glass returns for Part 2 of our Hema Now wrap-up, spotlighting 2025βs leading voices in hematology. Hear their top insights and how new developments are influencing practice and future research. Listen now:
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Surprising find: Moderate coffee consumption is linked to slowed biological ageing by an equivalent of five years. Learn why on EMJ:
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Daily Coffee Reduces Biological Age by Five Years
Discover how moderate coffee intake may slow biological ageing in severe mental illness; keep reading to learn more.
https://www.emjreviews.com/general-healthcare/news/daily-coffee-reduces-biological-age-by-five-years/
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How can an engineered herpes virus target glioblastoma cells while leaving healthy brain tissue unharmed? Find out now:
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Engineered Virus Shows New Hope Against Deadly Brain Cancer
Scientists create a retargeted herpes virus that safely attacks glioblastoma and boosts immune response, showing promising results in preclinical studies.
https://www.emjreviews.com/oncology/news/engineered-virus-shows-new-hope-against-deadly-brain-cancer/
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