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•The Emerging Landscape of Thyroid Health in Central Nepal•How a Recent Western Nepal Study is Redefining Anemia Diagnosis•How H. Pylori is Impacting the Health of Karnali’s High-Altitude Communities•Sweet Poison, Bitter Reality: The Unseen Diabetes Epidemic Among Nepal’s Youth•How Missing Checklists and Protocols are Costing Lives in Nepal’s ERs•Why Your Lungs May Hold the Secret to Your Stress Levels•Walking in Fear: Why Nepal’s Streets Aren't Safe and the Race to Stop a "Hidden Killer"•Why Poor Living and Working Conditions are Shattering the Mental Health of Nepali Workers•Silent Suffering: Why Nepal’s Doctors and Nurses Are Not Reporting Child Abuse•New Study Highlights Metabolism Risks in Combination Antidepressant Therapy in Nepal•The Emerging Landscape of Thyroid Health in Central Nepal•How a Recent Western Nepal Study is Redefining Anemia Diagnosis•How H. Pylori is Impacting the Health of Karnali’s High-Altitude Communities•Sweet Poison, Bitter Reality: The Unseen Diabetes Epidemic Among Nepal’s Youth•How Missing Checklists and Protocols are Costing Lives in Nepal’s ERs•Why Your Lungs May Hold the Secret to Your Stress Levels•Walking in Fear: Why Nepal’s Streets Aren't Safe and the Race to Stop a "Hidden Killer"•Why Poor Living and Working Conditions are Shattering the Mental Health of Nepali Workers•Silent Suffering: Why Nepal’s Doctors and Nurses Are Not Reporting Child Abuse•New Study Highlights Metabolism Risks in Combination Antidepressant Therapy in Nepal

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Therapy for Stage IV Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer With Driver Alterations: ASCO Living Guideline, 2026.3.1

Living guidelines are developed for selected topic areas with rapidly evolving evidence that drives frequent change in recommended clinical practice. Living guidelines are updated on a regular schedule by a standing expert panel that systematically reviews the health literature on a continuous basis, as described in the ASCO Guidelines Methodology Manual. ASCO Living Guidelines follow the ASCO Conflict of Interest Policy Implementation for Clinical Practice Guidelines. Living Guidelines and...

May 26, 2026Read Abstract →

Therapy for Stage IV Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer Without Driver Alterations: ASCO Living Guideline, 2026.3.1

Living guidelines are developed for selected topic areas with rapidly evolving evidence that drives frequent change in recommended clinical practice. Living guidelines are updated on a regular schedule by a standing expert panel that systematically reviews the health literature on a continuous basis, as described in the ASCO Guidelines Methodology Manual. ASCO Living Guidelines follow the ASCO Conflict of Interest Policy Implementation for Clinical Practice Guidelines. Living Guidelines and...

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Expanded molecular evidence of soil-transmitted helminth and Schistosoma spp. infections in Myanmar schoolchildren: A qPCR update

Building on our previous report of high prevalence of soil-transmitted helminth (STH) infections among Myanmar schoolchildren (Aung et al., Infectious Diseases of Poverty, 2022), we conducted additional molecular screening of archival stool samples from the same cohort in Phyu Township, Bago Region, to investigate additional helminth infections. We also report finding of other helminths by Kato-Katz in the previous study that were not previously published. Stool samples utilised in this study...

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Utilizing virus genomic surveillance to predict vaccine effectiveness

CONCLUSION: Our framework quantifies how the emergence of new variants is expected to affect VE for SARS-CoV-2. By quantifying the relationship between amino acid substitutions and time-varying VE, we leverage intrinsic pathogen features, such as spike amino acid distance, to inform future vaccine updates using genomic sequences. As genomic surveillance data becomes more widely available across pathogens, this framework can serve as a near-real time surveillance tool to infer population-level...

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Head Acceleration Magnitude in Sport-Related Concussive Impacts: A Systematic Review and Meta-analysis

CONCLUSIONS: In team sports, SRC impacts are associated with significantly higher LHA and RHA than non-concussive impacts. The observed overlap and contextual variability in head acceleration magnitudes highlight the importance of considering individual-specific and context-specific interpretation in SRC risk assessment and provide a foundation for improving head impact monitoring, injury prevention strategies, and athlete safety.

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Nationwide epidemiological survey of autosomal dominant polycystic kidney disease in Japan in 2022

CONCLUSIONS: This nationwide survey provides updated epidemiological estimates of ADPKD. Although registry data on KRT may not exclusively represent ADPKD, our findings suggest a higher disease burden than previously recognized, with prevalence consistent with estimates reported in other countries.

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Comparing clinical practice guidelines on the prevention and management of chemotherapy-induced hand-foot syndrome

CONCLUSION: While general skin care and dose modification guideline recommendations were consistent, pharmacological recommendations varied. Guidelines are key for healthcare professionals in supporting patients with HFS. Therefore, regular updates with emerging evidence for interventions such as topical diclofenac are needed to ensure the quality of care.

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Hematomas in musculoskeletal tissue donation: do they really increase microbiological risk?

Hematoma presence in musculoskeletal tissues procured from cadaveric donors is traditionally considered a potential risk factor for microbiological contamination. This perception has led to the frequent exclusion of hematoma-bearing tissues from allograft use, despite limited scientific evidence supporting this practice. We conducted a prospective case-control study on 234 musculoskeletal tissues retrieved from 16 cadaveric donors between September 2023 and December 2024. For each tissue, data...

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Effectiveness of interventions for anxiety and depression in children and young people: an umbrella review of meta-analyses

Anxiety and depression are the most common mental health conditions for children and young people (CYP), yet treatment recommendations vary. Through this umbrella review (meta-analysis of meta-analyses), we aimed to identify the most effective interventions for CYP with anxiety and depression. We searched five electronic databases (PubMed, Medline, PsycINFO, Web of Science, ASSIA) from 1 October 2017 to 1 October 2022, with an updated search in PubMed from October 2022 to February 2026. Eligible...

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Spatiotemporal Patterns and Historical Overview of <em>Aedes</em> Mosquitoes in Iran: A Systematic Review

Aedes mosquitoes are among the most important vectors of arboviral diseases such as dengue, Zika, and chikungunya. Mapping their geographic and temporal patterns is essential for understanding disease risk and guiding vector control. This systematic review provides an updated synthesis of the spatial and temporal distribution of Aedes species across Iran. A comprehensive search of international (PubMed, Scopus, Web of Science) and national (SID, IranMedex, Magiran) databases was performed for...

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Mapping Nursing Telemedicine Practices: A Scoping Review of Models, Outcomes, and Professional Roles

Background/Objectives: The rapid expansion of telemedicine has reshaped healthcare delivery, positioning telenursing as essential for continuity of care and patient management. This scoping review maps current evidence on telecare nursing practices, examining organizational models, professional roles, and key clinical and organizational outcomes. Methods: The review was conducted across five international databases, following the methodological framework proposed by Arksey and O'Malley, the...

May 26, 2026Read Abstract →

An Update on Mycotoxins in Bee Pollen

For centuries, bee pollen has been known for its medicinal value and regarded as a rich source of bioactive compounds, including essential nutrients and phytochemicals. Its putative therapeutic and health-promoting benefits include antioxidant, antibacterial, anticarcinogenic, anti-inflammatory, hypoglycaemic, and numerous additional properties. However, the beneficial qualities can only be guaranteed if potential contaminants do not detract from its superfood image. Recent research has...

May 26, 2026Read Abstract →

Marine Polysaccharides Modulating the Gut Microbiota-Immune Axis in Digestive Tract Tumors: An Update

Digestive tract tumors represent a predominant contributor to the global public health burden, with conventional therapeutic modalities experiencing inherent limitations and immunotherapy being impeded by the immunosuppressive property and heterogeneity of the tumor microenvironment (TME). This makes the gut microbiota-immune axis a promising therapeutic target. Marine polysaccharides, endowed with distinctive structural characteristics, exhibit potential in the modulation of this regulatory...

May 26, 2026Read Abstract →

Oral Health Care in the United States

An updated understanding of the U.S. oral health care system is essential for addressing the burden of oral disease, high dental expenditures, and persistent inequities in access. This narrative review synthesizes current evidence on the prevalence of major oral diseases, dental care delivery, financing, dental workforce, and public health initiatives, and highlights the challenges and future opportunities in the U.S. A comprehensive search of PubMed, Google Scholar, and reports from U.S....

May 26, 2026Read Abstract →

Forward Planning: A Staffing Framework and Ratios for Psychosocial Oncology and Supportive Care Hiring Practices as Cancer Care Models Evolve

Innovative models of cancer care have emerged in response to advances in cancer treatment, expanding technologies that bring care closer to home and address COVID-19-related challenges and concerns about a shrinking healthcare workforce. Despite the advancements made, the psychosocial impact on people affected by cancer persists. The psychosocial burden of cancer underlines the need for patient access to evidence-based psychosocial oncology (PSO) and supportive care (SC) interventions. As models...

May 26, 2026Read Abstract →
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