Johan Frostegård

New cardiovascular risk marker identified in older women

A study from Karolinska Institutet reveals that low levels of anti-phosphorylcholine antibodies may indicate increased risk of heart disease in older women, potentially paving the way for improved risk assessment and preventive strategies.  

MiCCrobioTAckle

New European research network to explore gut microbiome’s role in tumour cachexia

The EU-funded ‘MiCCrobioTAckle’ project brings together 24 partners from 12 countries to investigate the complex interplay between intestinal microbiota and cancer-associated muscle wasting.  

Critical Care Nurse

New blueprint calls for radical overhaul of acute and critical care nursing metrics

Researchers propose a comprehensive framework to better measure and recognise the full scope of nurses’ contributions to patient care and outcomes.  

surgeons at work

New guideline for cardiovascular management in noncardiac surgery released

The American Heart Association and American College of Cardiology have jointly published an updated guideline for managing cardiovascular risks in patients undergoing noncardiac surgery, reflecting a decade of new evidence since the last update in 2014.  

80% of pregnant women affected by iron deficiency in third trimester

Study reveals 80% of pregnant women affected by iron deficiency in third trimester

Researchers find over 80% of women are iron deficient by their third trimester despite the absence of anaemia in early pregnancy, even in high-resource settings, highlighting the need for improved screening and treatment protocols.  

donanemab Kinsula

FDA under fire: Controversial Alzheimer’s drug donanemab approved amid excess death concerns and conflicts of interest

A new investigation of FDA-approved Alzheimer’s drug donanemab highlights concerns about excess deaths, missing safety data, and financial conflicts of interest among FDA advisory panel members who recommended approval.  

Single-dose gene therapy dramatically reduces bleeds in haemophilia B patients

A single-dose gene therapy has demonstrated significant reduction in bleeding episodes for adults with haemophilia B, potentially offering a long-term solution to this genetic disorder.  

Subtle word choices can significantly impact patient-clinician communication, study finds

New research highlights how small changes in clinicians’ language can affect patient outcomes, from diagnostic accuracy to treatment adherence.  

antimicrobial resistance

Antibiotic-resistant infections set to claim millions of lives by 2050, global study warns

A groundbreaking analysis published in The Lancet predicts a steep rise in deaths from antimicrobial resistance, with older adults most at risk. The study offers a stark reminder of the urgent need for global action to combat this growing threat.  

ARIETTA 750 FF ENDO

FUJIFILM Healthcare Europe expands compatibility of ARIETTA 750 FF ENDO ultrasound system

FUJIFILM Healthcare Europe has announced that its high-end ultrasound system, the ARIETTA 750 FF ENDO, is now compatible with FUJIFILM’s ultrasound endoscopes and endobronchial ultrasound scope. This advancement allows clinicians to fully leverage FUJIFILM’s endoscopic technology during diagnostic and therapeutic procedures.