July 11, 2025

Avelumab Plus Cetuximab in Advanced Cutaneous Squamous Cell Carcinoma

In a phase II trial (Alliance A091802) reported in the Journal of Clinical Oncology, Zandberg et al investigated the survival benefit of adding cetuximab to avelumab in patients with advanced cutaneou...

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July 10, 2025

TSLA Resin Veneers Outperform Rivals

A recent in vitro study found that ultrathin laminate dental veneers fabricated using tilting stereolithography and a specific hybrid resin had a more accurate internal fit and fabrication trueness compared with those produced using other additive and subtractive manufacturing methods.

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July 10, 2025

1 in 4 US Infants Missing Bifidobacterium: Study

Babies who lacked this key gut bacteria were at an increased risk of eczema, allergies, and asthma by age 2.

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July 09, 2025

Medical Oddities: Mondays May Mess With Hormones

Monday cortisol, THC slip-ups, rewiring retinas, tea-buffed muscles, and psyche gyms are what’s the buzz this week!

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July 08, 2025

EVOO, Petrolatum Both Improve Skin Barrier Metrics

A clinical trial in healthy adults found that both extra virgin olive oil and petrolatum significantly improved skin hydration and barrier function, with differing effects on water loss and skin cell turnover.

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July 03, 2025

Sonelokimab, Biologics Show Benefit in Hidradenitis Suppurativa

A systematic review and network meta-analysis of clinical trials found that several biologic and small-molecule therapies provided short-term improvement in adults with moderate to severe hidradenitis suppurativa, a chronic inflammatory skin disease.

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July 02, 2025

Medical Oddities: Leprosy’s Old New World Secret

This week’s clinical grab bag: tea for gloom, ancient leprosy, smoggy fibrosis & power peeing.

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July 02, 2025

Gel Offers Relief for Axillary Sweating 

A pooled analysis of two phase 3 trials found that a once-daily topical anticholinergic gel significantly improved sweat reduction and symptom severity in patients with axillary hyperhidrosis, with a tolerable safety profile.

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July 01, 2025

Contact Lens Practice Pearls: Profilometry Is the Conversation Starter

Profilometry in contact lens fitting enhances patient understanding and trust, says Jason Compton, OD.

Contact Lens Spectrum