May 23, 2025

Can Iron Deficiency Anemia Raise Stroke Risk in Young Adults?

A new study of over 21 million U.S. patients aged 15–49 found that young adults with iron deficiency anemia had a 39% higher risk of ischemic stroke, even after adjusting for other stroke risk factors.

Conexiant

May 22, 2025

At-Home HPV Test Matches Clinic Accuracy

Researchers found that an at-home self-collection device for HPV testing demonstrated high accuracy and safety, matching clinician-collected results for cervical cancer screening.

Conexiant

May 22, 2025

New AAP Guidelines Refresh Atopic Dermatitis Care

Applying topicals 2 to 3 times per week to previously affected areas—even when the skin appears clear—can reduce flare frequency and improve quality of life.

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May 22, 2025

Dual Inhaler Halves Mild Asthma Attacks in Trial

As-needed albuterol-budesonide was superior to albuterol alone for mild, uncontrolled asthma in new trial.

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May 21, 2025

New Biomarkers for Ultraprocessed Food Intake

NCI researchers identified blood and urine metabolite patterns that objectively measure ultraprocessed food consumption.

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May 20, 2025

ADA Children’s Airway Event to strengthen dentists’ communication, clinical skills

Dentists will learn how to communicate the importance of children’s airway health during the event taking place July 24-26 in Chicago.

ADA News

May 20, 2025

No Trials, No Boosters, Says FDA

FDA to require new clinical trials for COVID booster approval in healthy Americans under 65, limiting fall availability to high-risk groups.

Reuters

May 20, 2025

ICU Sedation Economics: A $1 Difference

Study finds dexmedetomidine, clonidine, and propofol have comparable cost-effectiveness for critically ill patients on mechanical ventilation.

Conexiant

May 20, 2025

Clinical Trials Missing in Half of AI Tools

Researchers analyzed FDA-approved AI-enabled medical devices and reported that clinical performance and subgroup data were frequently missing.

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