Diaphragm Function Presents Novel Treatable Trait in Asthma
A recent study suggests that diaphragm function may be a treatable trait in asthma, contributing to persistent symptoms and exercise intolerance.
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Asthma Mortality Disparities Persist
Asthma mortality has declined over the years, but regional and demographic disparities persist, leading researchers to call for more targeted interventions.
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Investigating DLBCL Relapse Detection Strategies
A recent study showed that scheduled follow-ups played a limited role for DLBCL relapse detection, emphasizing a need for alternative surveillance strategies.
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Genomic Sequencing Improves ITP Treatment
Genomic sequencing identified pathogenic variants in patients with chronic immune thrombocytopenia, which could help clinicians improve diagnostic accuracy.
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Misdiagnoses Significantly Affect Patients With SARDs
Research shows that misdiagnoses of chronic diseases as psychosomatic can lead to long-term damage to the physical and mental well-being of patients with SARDs.
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OAB Linked to Osteoarthritis
Research showed that OAB linked to osteoarthritis when stratified by arthritis type, but significant associations were not found for RA or PsA.
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Management Considerations in Older Patients With PsA
Targeted screening and management strategies are needed in older patients with PsA to help mitigate their morbidity and healthcare burden.
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Imaging Technique Helps Identify PsA
Total body-positron emission tomography with integrated computed tomography helped identify PsA, differentiating it from other arthritis types.
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Which Exercise Types Help Older Adults Sleep?
Exercise, particularly strengthening exercise and aerobic exercise, can help older adults sleep, according to a recent systematic review.
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ADHD Co-occurrence on the Rise
Adults with autism have high rates of ADHD co-occurrence and are more likely to receive ADHD medications, according to a study in JAMA Network Open.
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Patients May Be Missing Alerts From Diabetes Devices
The FDA cautions that patients are not receiving or hearing smartphone alerts even though they thought their linked diabetes devices were configured correctly.
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Ultraprocessed Food Tied to Respiratory Function in Asthma
Higher ultraprocessed food consumption is linked to reduced pulmonary function in patients with asthma, suggesting diet changes may improve respiratory health.
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Prevalence of Non-Calcified Plaque Higher in Patients With HIV
Researchers found a greater prevalence of non-calcified plaque in patients with HIV than in patients without HIV, according to results published in BMJ Open.
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Peer Referrals Improve PrEP Uptake, Persistence & Adherence
Peer referrals for PrEP use among men who have sex with men improved PrEP uptake, persistence, and adherence at 6 months of study follow-up.
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Silent Rhinovirus Infections Prevalent in Patients With CRSwNP
Among patients with chronic rhinosinusitis with nasal polyps, silent rhinovirus infections are common and associated with distinct immune responses.
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Novel Ventilation Index for Severe Asthma Shows Prognostic Value
A new ventilation index for severe asthma derived from computed cardiopulmonography data was a sensitive marker for inflammation in type-2 high asthma.
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Poorer Outcomes Observed for Young Black Patients With NSCLC
Despite certain treatment advantages, young Black patients with NSCLC are more likely to present with late-stage disease than White patients.
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Can Chewing Gum Help With Patients Achieve Weight Loss?
Chewing gum may help regulate appetite, with trials showing reduced hunger and desire to eat, though effects of chewing gum for weight loss remain unclear.
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Loneliness Exacerbates Asthma’s Link to Osteoarthritis
Asthma was linked to a higher risk for osteoarthritis, particularly in people with greater social isolation or loneliness, surpassing other lifestyle factors.
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Elevated HDL Linked to Glaucoma
The authors of a recent UK Biobank study found an association between elevated high-density lipoprotein cholesterol and an increased risk for glaucoma.
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