Culicoides paraensis midge

First deaths recorded from Oropouche virus: PAHO calls for increased vigilance as virus spreads

Recent deaths and potential vertical transmission prompt heightened concern over the midge- and mosquito-borne disease, as cases surge across the Americas and first cases are reported in Europe.  

long COVID

Long COVID: New review highlights scale and impact of persistent post-COVID condition

A comprehensive review of long COVID research reveals the widespread and potentially devastating effects of the condition, emphasising the urgent need for effective treatments and support systems.  

ultrasound AI

Groundbreaking AI tool rivals expert sonographers in estimating gestational age

A new artificial intelligence-enabled ultrasound device allows novice users to estimate gestational age as accurately as trained sonographers, potentially revolutionising prenatal care in resource-limited settings.  

Professor Jason Burdick demonstrates the elasticity of the new 3D-printed material

Worm-inspired 3D printing breakthrough paves way for next-gen medical implants

Researchers at the University of Colorado Boulder and the University of Pennsylvania have developed a novel 3D printing technique that produces elastic, tough, and shapeable materials with potential applications in cardiac and cartilage repair.  

Alzheimer’s disease

New Alzheimer’s drugs may have limited population-level impact, researchers warn

Cambridge scientists question whether recently approved amyloid immunotherapy treatments for Alzheimer’s disease will significantly reduce the condition’s burden, citing concerns about efficacy, safety, and health system challenges.  

brain coupling

Brain-to-brain synchronicity reveals shared linguistic space during conversations

A groundbreaking study from Princeton University has uncovered new insights into how our brains synchronise during verbal communication, demonstrating that specific words activate mirror patterns of brain activity in both speakers and listeners.  

ventilator

Diaphragm hibernation: New mechanism discovered in ICU patients on mechanical ventilation

Researchers at Amsterdam University Medical Center have uncovered a novel mechanism explaining diaphragm weakness in mechanically ventilated intensive care patients, potentially paving the way for new treatments to aid ventilator weaning.  

ChatGPT

ChatGPT struggles with complex medical diagnoses, study finds

A new study reveals that while ChatGPT shows promise in medical education, it falls short in diagnostic accuracy for complex clinical cases, raising concerns about its reliability as a standalone diagnostic tool.  

cannabis

New study reveals cannabis use during pregnancy more prevalent than previously thought – users need to be informed of risks

A groundbreaking study presented at ADLM 2024 has uncovered alarming rates of cannabis use during pregnancy, highlighting the need for improved screening and patient education.  

statins

New cardiovascular risk equations could dramatically reduce statin and antihypertensive prescribing

A study published in JAMA estimates that adopting new cardiovascular disease risk prediction equations could make nearly 16 million fewer US adults eligible for preventive medications, potentially leading to over 100,000 additional occurrences of myocardial infarction or stroke over 10 years.