April 18, 2025

Vaccination May Lower RA Risk

Researchers found no increased risk of rheumatoid arthritis following vaccination. In fact, they observed short-term protective effects against RA.

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April 17, 2025

Medical Oddities: Cells Are Listening?

Cytokines, cigarettes, and COX-2—this week’s studies are nothing if not eclectic.

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April 16, 2025

CONSORT 2025: Setting New Standards for Clinical Trial Reporting

"Readers should not have to infer what was probably done; they should be told explicitly." This principle drives the comprehensive CONSORT 2025 update, with its 7 new checklist items aimed at improving clinical trial transparency.

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April 15, 2025

Can Exclusive Breastfeeding Lower Atopic Dermatitis Risk?

An invited commentary in JAAD reviewed current evidence indicating that exclusive breastfeeding for the first 3 to 4 months decreases cumulative incidence of atopic dermatitis in the first 2 years of life.

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April 14, 2025

Postpartum Contraceptives Linked to Depression Risk

Researchers study found that initiating hormonal contraceptives postpartum was associated with an increased risk of depression within 12 months after childbirth.

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April 09, 2025

USPSTF Releases Breastfeeding Evidence Report

Interventions can increase breastfeeding up to 6 months postpartum.

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April 09, 2025

Twins Grow Differently: Fat Tissue Trends Start Early

Study reveals twin fetuses accumulate significantly less fat tissue than singletons as early as 15 weeks, suggesting an evolutionary adaptation rather than pathological growth restriction.

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April 09, 2025

Pregnancy Minerals Linked to Lower Midlife Blood Pressure

Women with higher levels of copper, manganese, and vitamin B12 during pregnancy had lower blood pressure in midlife.

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April 08, 2025

Season of Conception May Impact BMI

Preconception cold exposure may enhance brown fat activity and metabolic health.

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