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Simplifying Ataxia Care in Italy

July 17, 2026

Ataxia, a complex and rare neurological disorder, poses significant challenges for clinicians and patients alike. In Italy, researchers set out to understand the patient care pathway and associated healthcare costs. They discovered that nearly half of the patients sought medical advice from a neurol

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Microbe Fighters in Transplant Patients

July 17, 2026

Hematopoietic stem cell transplantation is a go-to treatment for many blood-related disorders. Patients undergoing this procedure often take multiple medications, making their treatment complex. To prevent infections, they receive various antimicrobial agents. These patients' bodies process drugs

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Brain Aneurysm Chats Put to the Test

July 17, 2026

Large language models are being used more and more in medicine, but there's still a lot to learn about how well they work. These models aren't trained on specific areas of medicine, so it's hard to know if they're really helpful. Researchers decided to test two popular models, ChatGPT and Gemini, by

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Gum Tissue Grafting Around Dental Implants

July 17, 2026

Dental implants have become a popular solution for people with missing teeth. However, the success of these implants depends on various factors, including the health of the surrounding gum tissue. Researchers recently conducted a study to compare the effectiveness of three different gum tissue graft

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Easing the Pain of Thoracoscopy

July 17, 2026

Pleural disease is a complex area of respiratory medicine. Doctors often have to use specialized procedures to diagnose and treat it. One such procedure is called local anaesthetic thoracoscopy, or LAT for short. It's used when there's fluid buildup in the lungs and they can't figure out why. The pr

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Medicine and Faith: Uncovering Gaps in Understanding

July 17, 2026

Patients, doctors, and religious leaders often find themselves at a crossroads when it comes to medicine and faith. In Islam, certain medicines are considered prohibited, but what does this mean for those seeking treatment? A recent review of 24 studies from around the world sheds light on the compl

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Mentorship Mastery: A Guide for Infectious Diseases Physicians

July 17, 2026

Early career physician-scientists in infectious diseases often face a daunting challenge: finding the right mentors to guide them through their journey. A well-crafted mentorship team can make all the difference in their professional growth and development. To succeed, these physician-scientists nee

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Brain Damage in Rare Childhood Condition

July 17, 2026

Kids with a rare brain condition called opsoclonus-myoclonus-ataxia syndrome can experience permanent damage to their cerebellum, a part of the brain that controls movement and balance. This damage, known as cerebellar atrophy, can happen when the condition goes untreated or isn't caught early. Rese

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Navigating Healthcare 101

July 17, 2026

In a rapidly changing world, young adults are expected to make informed decisions about their health. However, many are not equipped with the necessary skills to navigate the complex healthcare system. A recent initiative at a large private university aimed to bridge this gap by introducing a compre

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Breaking Down Barriers to Mental Health in Medical Schools

July 17, 2026

Medical students face incredible stress and pressure. Their mental health often takes a backseat. A recent study looked at how different groups of medical students think and act when it comes to mental health care. The study included 1,588 students from Florida medical schools. They were asked about

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