It’s event day! 🎉 We’re live in San Diego for Building Bridges of Support & Understanding — bringing together ISM patients, caregivers & experts. Follow along for highlights! ▶️ ms.spr.ly/63327sC4lf

We’re just one day away from an inspiring day of learning and connection for those impacted by #ISM. Join in person or virtually to hear from world-class experts and advocates. Nov 1 | Sheraton San Diego Mission Valley Save your spot: ms.spr.ly/63324sC4Zr

We’re getting ready to welcome patients, caregivers, and experts from across the country to Building Bridges of Support and Understanding for Patients and Caregivers this Saturday in San Diego. Save your spot: ms.spr.ly/63320sC4iG

“Raising awareness is the first step toward better care.” Join us for a day dedicated to understanding indolent systemic mastocytosis (ISM) — from diagnosis to daily management. Nov 1 | Sheraton San Diego Mission Valley Save your spot: ms.spr.ly/63321sC4Rh

For those living with #ISM, every shared story helps build understanding. Join experts, caregivers, and advocates to connect and learn together. 📅 Nov 1 | San Diego Save your spot: ms.spr.ly/63325sC4Ht

From bedside to boardroom, Jacqueline Giannelli RN, MSN, FNP-BC, MSCP and Laura Demuth, MSN, NP-BC, EMBA are changing the game in women's health and leadership. Hear how they pivoted from traditional roles to executive positions and what they learned along the way. Coming soon!

At Building Bridges of Support and Understanding, world-renowned #ISM specialists will share the latest on diagnosis, management, and advocacy. Be part of the conversation on Nov 1 in San Diego. Save your spot: ms.spr.ly/63327sC46B

Living with indolent systemic mastocytosis (ISM) comes with challenges — but knowledge and community make a difference. Join experts and advocates in San Diego on Nov 1 to learn, share, and connect. Save your spot: ms.spr.ly/63320sCN4Q

Just announced! Join us Nov 1 in San Diego for Building Bridges of Support & Understanding — a live/hybrid #ISM seminar for patients & caregivers. Register now: ms.spr.ly/63329sCNET

We’re live! The ISM patient & caregiver seminar is happening now in Scottsdale + online. Still time to join virtually ➡️ ms.spr.ly/63324sv6Ae #ISM #MastCellAwareness

Tomorrow’s the day! Join us Oct 4 for the ISM educational seminar. In person or virtual—your choice. 📅 Oct 4 | 10:15 AM MT 📍 Scottsdale + Online Last chance to register: ms.spr.ly/63322sv6ar

Herb and supplement use is rising among pediatric patients, making it vital for providers to ask about usage and discuss safety with families, experts told the American Academy of Pediatrics meeting. ms.spr.ly/63327sabAR

A six-session single course of low-dose radiation therapy reduced pain and improved physical function in adults with mild-to-moderate knee osteoarthritis, according to a randomized controlled trial. ms.spr.ly/63329saZnT

A selected panel of cardiometabolic biomarkers measured in plasma samples collected at 10-14 weeks’ gestation predicted the risk for gestational diabetes with promising accuracy in a US study of pregnant women. ms.spr.ly/63327saZOX

Many long COVID clinics are closing due to funding cutbacks, leaving patients without specialized care and support. Clinicians and health systems now must explore new care models, telehealth strategies, and integration with primary care to fill the gap. ms.spr.ly/63320saZEQ

If your patient is pregnant or over 60, now’s the time for an RSV shot. A major review shows strong protection: in older adults, illness dropped 77% and severe cases 67%; in infants, the maternal vaccine cut illness 54%, severe illness 74%, and hospitalizations 54%. ms.spr.ly/63323sakLx

Ultraprocessed foods (UPFs) may worsen multiple sclerosis (MS), providing compelling evidence for diet’s role in inflammatory disease exacerbation, new research suggested. ms.spr.ly/63321svvmd

Building bridges for indolent systemic mastocytosis (ISM). On Oct 4, join experts, advocates & caregivers for a half-day event designed to inform & inspire. Register now: ms.spr.ly/63328sv6oo #Mastocytosis #ISM

Immune aging features, such as reduced naive T cells and elevated inflammatory markers, are present in the early stages of rheumatoid arthritis and may contribute to disease development. ms.spr.ly/63327svveV

Nonrestorative sleep is linked to increased risk for major adverse cardiac and cerebrovascular events, especially in adults younger than 60 years, a new study shows. ms.spr.ly/63321svtwh

A cannabis extract has been linked to reduced pain and improved sleep and physical function in adults with chronic low back pain (CLBP) without serious side effects or addiction, new phase 3 data suggested. ms.spr.ly/63325svtyU

Accurately identifying the subtype of myocardial infarction is crucial because type 1 usually requires revascularization, while type 2 calls for managing the underlying cause. ms.spr.ly/63327svshU

Soft drink consumption is linked to a higher risk for major depressive disorder (MDD) and more severe symptoms in women, potentially due to alterations in the gut microbiome, new research showed. ms.spr.ly/63321svStL

More research shows declining cognitive skills in humans using AI — including physicians. Some say this isn’t a problem but an opportunity. Should you believe them? ms.spr.ly/63326sv6Cy

A small pilot study suggests that adding a ketogenic diet to standard care reduced major depression symptoms by nearly 70% in college students, while also improving memory, processing speed, and executive function. ms.spr.ly/63326svEP8

Living with indolent systemic mastocytosis (ISM) can be overwhelming—no one should face it alone. On Oct 4, patients, caregivers & experts come together to share knowledge, support & community. ▶️ms.spr.ly/63324sQhPK

Biological therapy was associated with significant changes in lung structure and, by extension, improved lung function in individuals with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) and T2 inflammation, according to new data. ms.spr.ly/63329svBHD

Nearly 8 in 10 US physicians report feeling happy and fulfilled, regardless of age or gender, yet only 30% say their quality of life is better than that of family or friends, a Medscape survey found. ms.spr.ly/63322sQAVr

As depression apps proliferate, physicians face important questions. What should they know, and do these tools have a role in clinical practice? ms.spr.ly/63324sQ76a

A federal court upheld a California law barring nurses with doctorates from calling themselves “doctors” in healthcare settings, ruling the term is inherently misleading and not protected by the First Amendment. ms.spr.ly/63328sQAou

Distinct fatty acid deficits may help explain why Alzheimer’s affects women differently. ms.spr.ly/63323sQKWZ

Acupuncture was more effective at improving symptoms of chronic low back pain in older adults compared to usual care, a new clinical trial shows. ms.spr.ly/63323sQKdt

📍 Scottsdale, AZ | Oct 4 Join experts & advocates for a live/hybrid seminar on indolent systemic mastocytosis (ISM). - Learn symptom management & new treatments - Connect with patients & caregivers - Ask your questions live ▶️ ms.spr.ly/63325sQCmJ

Laser tattoo removal is gaining popularity, but little is known about how pigments break down in the body. Early observational data suggest immediate removal may be safe, yet researchers caution that more rigorous studies are needed to assess long-term safety. ms.spr.ly/63322sQK8j

At the European Respiratory Society (ERS) Congress 2025, experts debated whether viral sepsis should be recognized as a distinct clinical entity or dismissed as an ambiguous label that could delay timely antibiotic use: ms.spr.ly/63324sQJ5w

Direct-to-consumer devices promising pain relief are flooding the market. Is there enough evidence to recommend these devices to patients with chronic pain? ms.spr.ly/63326sQJPI

Recent findings suggest CT scans could be a major cancer risk, but some critics don’t think the estimates add up: ms.spr.ly/63324sQHFI

The debate on whether diet is a modifiable risk factor for acne involves one side citing supportive biologic evidence, while the other cites a lack of clinical evidence. ms.spr.ly/63326sQHqi

Does aspirin prevent cancer? Weirdly enough, it does. But Dr Christopher Labos explains why you still shouldn't use it for primary prevention: ms.spr.ly/63324sQH52

Women are twice as likely to wait 5+ years for a Parkinson’s diagnosis. Our guests reveal why—and the urgent need to close this gap. Hear the story behind these numbers. Episode dropping this Wednesday, stay tuned! #WomenInLeadership #HearFromHer #Parkinsons #Neurology

More medical students and physicians are pursuing dual degrees, aiming to fill system gaps and reimagine healthcare. Enrollment data show sharp growth, with MD/MPH and MD/MBA programs expanding rapidly across US medical schools. ms.spr.ly/63324ssivI

Remote patient monitoring (RPM) use has climbed since the pandemic, boosted by Medicare coverage. But with payments topping $500 million in 2024 and nearly 1 million beneficiaries, the Office of Inspector General is urging stronger safeguards around billing and use. ms.spr.ly/63321ss9MV

PCOS, affecting 8%-13% of women worldwide, is increasingly recognized as a complex endocrine-metabolic disorder. Beyond infertility, it raises risks for type 2 diabetes, pregnancy complications, cardiovascular disease, MASLD, and psychiatric conditions. ms.spr.ly/63329ssgTW

Experts in Europe are concerned about what the global GLP-1 agonist excitement could mean for childhood obesity, which can already be tackled by other evidence-based approaches. ms.spr.ly/63321ssgHt

Given rising medical school costs and resulting debt — 71% of all medical students carry significant education debt, according to JAMA — the appeal of accelerated 3-year MD (3YMD) programs is rising — and more and more programs are being created to meet the need. ms.spr.ly/63322ss5AA

In 2024–2025, just 49% of US children received a flu vaccine, with rates lowest in rural areas (36.5%) vs 49% suburban and 56% urban areas. As the 2025–2026 season approaches, clinicians are urged to adopt strategies to boost pediatric vaccination. ms.spr.ly/63329ss529

GLP-1 receptor agonists may dampen libido, likely through brain pathways tied to appetite and reward, though mechanisms remain unclear. Emerging data suggest serotonin receptor effects may play a role, but clinicians note the issue can often be mitigated. ms.spr.ly/63324ss5Yk

Surgery for musculoskeletal disorders varies widely, with some hospitals offering procedures or platelet-rich plasma injections that are not supported by strong scientific evidence. ms.spr.ly/63321ssecf

Smell loss may persist for years after COVID-19, according to a JAMA Network Open study of more than 3000 people. Researchers warned that impaired olfaction can pose serious safety risks, including missed gas leaks or spoiled food. ms.spr.ly/63329ssekl

Experts warn: Gen Z isn’t an outlier. It’s a preview of where we’re headed — and that has big implications for the future of public health. ms.spr.ly/63324ssb6n