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Bilateral Mastectomy Reduces Contralateral Cancer Risk Without Lowering Mortality

A recent study has cast doubt on the long-term mortality benefits of bilateral mastectomy for women with unilateral breast cancer.

Potentially Undiagnosed Cirrhosis in Dementia Patients

A recent study has found that up to 13% of patients with dementia may have undiagnosed cirrhosis, potentially contributing to their cognitive decline.

Superior Outcomes for Liver Transplant Versus Alternative Therapies

Liver transplantation significantly improves progression-free and overall survival in patients with unresectable colorectal liver metastasis compared to alternative therapies.

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WHO makes urgent call to companies developing mpox vaccines

The World Health Organization has made an urgent call to pharmaceutical companies producing mpox vaccines to submit a Expressions of Interest for Emergency Use Listing (EUL).

Innovations in Vascular Medicine: From Bench to Bedside

Nicholas Leeper, Director of Vascular Research at Stanford University, discusses the innovations being made to prevent cardiovascular disease.

Cotton and Semipermeable Gloves Compared for Hand Dermatoses

Comfort gloves, made from semipermeable materials could aid condition management for patients with hand dermatoses according to a recent study

Psoriasis Not a Direct Cause of Coronary Obstructive Pulmonary Disease

A study has explored the relationship between psoriasis and COPD to determine whether psoriasis patients are at increased risk for developing COPD.

The Link Between Hyperreactive Platelets and Cardiovascular Disease

Research has determined that hyperreactive platelets, driven by adenosine diphosphate and epinephrine, are significantly associated with cardiovascular diseases

MHRA signs off on Astellas' gastric cancer treatment

Astellas Pharma has received approval from the UK’s MHRA for its innovative therapy designed to treat gastric cancer.