June 20, 2025

FDA Approves First Twice-Yearly Injectable PrEP

FDA approved the first biannual injectable PrEP option, Yeztugo (lenacapavir), after studies showed it prevented HIV infection in over 99.9% of participants.

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June 18, 2025

Are CBD Compounds Effective Antifungals?

CBD and CBDV exhibit antifungal activity against Cryptococcus neoformans and dermatophytes in vitro and improve survival in an in vivo model.

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June 18, 2025

Short on Docs, NPs Fill the Gap

As America’s older adult population grows and geriatricians retire, nurse practitioners are stepping up to provide essential, compassionate care—often in patients’ homes.

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June 17, 2025

FMT as First-Line CDI Treatment?

New randomized trial shows fecal microbiota transplantation may reduce antibiotic dependence in first-episode infections

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June 17, 2025

Aconitine Tames Joints, Protects Bone

At EULAR 2025, researchers presented data showing aconitine reduced bone erosion and increased regulatory T cells in a rheumatoid arthritis mouse model.

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June 13, 2025

RSV Vaccine Approved for Younger Adults

The FDA has approved Moderna’s mRESVIA vaccine for adults aged 18 to 59 who are at increased risk for RSV, expanding its indication beyond older adults.

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June 13, 2025

Endoscopic Sinus Surgery Speeds Recovery

A retrospective study comparing endoscopic and traditional open sinus surgery for chronic rhinosinusitis with nasal polyps found shorter operative times, fewer complications, and improved outcomes associated with the endoscopic technique.

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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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June 12, 2025

Vegetarian Diet Linked to Lower Cancer Incidence

A large North American cohort study found that vegetarian diets were associated with lower risks of several site-specific cancers, including colorectal, stomach, breast, prostate, and lymphoproliferative cancers.

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