Brooke McCormick

Patients with psychiatric disorders had higher CRC risk but no increase in CRC-specific mortality.

This meta-analysis, which found no statistically significant OS differences by sex, age, or race with ICIs, highlights the need for more diverse, representative NSCLC trials.

Young adults with metastatic CRC (mCRC) and low socioeconomic status (SES) face higher 3-year mortality, whereas race was not independently linked with survival.

Patients with proinflammatory, pro-oxidative diets may face accelerated biological aging and increased skin cancer risk.

Alongside physician collaboration, patient advocacy is essential to ensure clinical trials and public policy reflect patient-centered outcomes.

Based on these findings, the investigators encourage further research into this promising combination.

Influenza surveillance is essential to accurately measure disease burden, guide policy, and strengthen preparedness for future pandemics, according to Marco del Riccio, MD.

On average, patients with multiple prior dermatology visits still scored below 75% when identifying common skin cancer terms, underscoring the need for clearer patient-physician communication.

Patient–physician collaboration ensures trials reflect outcomes that matter to patients, according to Debra Patt, MD, PhD, MBA, MPH.

Last week, OpenAI launched AI tools for health care organizations, including ChatGPT for Healthcare, designed to improve care and streamline administrative tasks.

Risk-based vaccination strategies and clinical pathway integration could improve coverage and strengthen future influenza preparedness, according to Marco del Riccio, MD.

Nursing home capacity has declined since the COVID-19 pandemic, causing greater strain on postacute care, especially in rural areas.

Yara Abdou, MD, emphasizes that addressing fertility, survivorship, and quality of life is key to improving outcomes for young patients with breast cancer.

Although influenza vaccine uptake remains low, improving access, recommendations, and trust may help close coverage gaps.

Asian women with breast cancer receiving chemotherapy had the highest persistent chemotherapy-induced alopecia (PCIA) incidence and alopecia-related distress vs their White, Black, and Hispanic or Latino peers.

Multidisciplinary care helps manage cardiac risks in breast cancer, allowing patients to continue treatment safely, says Eric H. Yang, MD.

EHR penicillin allergy flags do not often match allergist assessments, highlighting the need for improved evaluation processes.

Flu vaccination in older adults may prevent hospitalizations and cardiovascular events, saving lives and reducing health care costs, according to Marco del Riccio, MD.

Smart pill bottles may boost adherence to oral breast cancer therapies through daily reminders and tracking, though cost and technology barriers remain, says Steven Manobianco, MD.

The most pressing questions in ITP involve finding a cure and developing treatments safe for use during pregnancy.

Population demographics and prevention efforts are key drivers of influenza burden, according to Marco del Riccio, MD.

Rilzabrutinib (Wayrilz; Sanofi), a BTK inhibitor, targets immune-mediated platelet destruction in immune thrombocytopenia (ITP) and has demonstrated a favorable safety profile.

Amrita Basu, PhD, says AI can transform health care by streamlining data, enhancing decision-making, and unlocking insights to improve patient outcomes.

Eric H. Yang, MD, emphasizes the need for collaboration and interventions to protect patients’ hearts during breast cancer treatment.

Molecular ESR1 changes may signal symptomatic progression before imaging in metastatic breast cancer, supporting camizestrant for improved quality of life.

These pieces highlight several newly approved therapies that expanded treatment options across multiple disease states.

This year's most-watched video evaluated how President Donald Trump's rescission of several Biden-era executive orders may impact Medicaid and Medicare initiatives.

A recent review suggests women with ovarian or colorectal cancer face a higher risk of developing the other, highlighting the need for surveillance.

Angela Liu, PhD, MPH, speaks about her study that examined mental health care use by Medicare beneficiaries before and after switching from MA to TM.

Studies indicate that ultrasound-based AI models significantly outperform sonographers in diagnosing ovarian cancer.