What is next for interventional pulmonology? Highlights from ATS 2026 explore advances in cryobiopsy, EBUS-guided sampling, robot-assisted bronchoscopy, and emerging tools to improve lung lesion diagnosis. Read the congress review: www.emjreviews.com/en-us/amj/re... #ATS2026 #pulmonology

Advances in Interventional Pulmonology: Highlights from ATS 2026

THERE WERE many incredible cases and exciting trials presented at this year’s American Thoracic Society (ATS) International Conference...

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Former professional football players may face a markedly higher burden of Parkinson’s disease and neurodegenerative mortality. What should clinicians look for in patients with a history of repetitive head impacts? Read more: www.emjreviews.com/en-us/amj/ne... #AMJNeurology #ParkinsonsDisease

Early Onset Parkinson's Elevated Among Professional Football Players

Read more to explore new clinical evidence linking repetitive head impact exposure in football to early onset Parkinson's disease risk.

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Why can the same carcinogen lead to different tumors? New findings suggest inherited genetics influence which driver mutations emerge, how quickly cancer develops, and whether genomic instability occurs. Read more: www.emjreviews.com/en-us/amj/on... #AMJOncology #CancerResearch #Genomics

Same Mutagen, Different Tumors: How Genetics Dictate Cancer Risk

Germline genetic background dictates oncogenic driver choice and tumor evolution. Read more to discover how inheritance impacts cancer.

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Can routine pathology slides reveal the molecular profile of colorectal cancer? This ASCO 2026 abstract review explores how a graph neural network predicted more than 200 molecular signatures from H&E images. Link: www.emjreviews.com/en-us/amj/on... #ASCO26 #ColorectalCancer #DigitalPathology

Inferring Molecular Signatures in Colorectal Cancer Directly from Routine Whole-Slide Images

Molecular profiling has advanced colorectal cancer (CRC) research but remains limited in the clinic due to cost and tissue constraints...

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Could respiratory infections in early life shape later skin health? Across 2 birth cohorts, a greater infection burden before age 3 was associated with higher odds of childhood atopic dermatitis. Read more: www.emjreviews.com/en-us/amj/de... #AtopicDermatitis #PediatricDermatology

Early Respiratory Infections Raise Childhood Atopic Dermatitis Risk

Early respiratory infections were associated with childhood atopic dermatitis across two birth cohorts. Read more about the findings.

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Blood collection accounted for nearly half of reported sharp-object injuries in a 10-year hospital study. Medical students and younger healthcare personnel were among the most affected groups. Read more: www.emjreviews.com/en-us/amj/mi... #InfectionPrevention #HealthcareSafety

Sharp Injuries Expose Staff to Blood-Borne Pathogens

Sharp injuries continue to expose healthcare workers and medical students to blood-borne pathogens. Read more about the findings.

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Could lactylation unlock new treatment approaches for idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis? Researchers identified 3 genes linked to fibrotic activity, immune changes, and disease progression. Read more: www.emjreviews.com/en-us/amj/re... #PulmonaryFibrosis #RespiratoryMedicine

New Therapeutic Targets Identified in Pulmonary Fibrosis

Three lactylation related genes may drive idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis and offer new therapeutic targets. Read more.

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What changed in multiple sclerosis care at #AAN2026? Explore updates to the McDonald Criteria, emerging biomarkers, high-efficacy treatment strategies, and promising BTK inhibitor data in this expert congress review. Read now: www.emjreviews.com/en-us/amj/ne... #MultipleSclerosis #Neurology

Updates in Multiple Sclerosis: AAN Annual Meeting 2026

Aaron Miller, Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai, New York, USA, reviewed the latest 2024 McDonald Criteria, noting that it was developed...

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AI is reshaping rheumatoid arthritis care. From detecting subclinical inflammation to predicting treatment response, emerging models could support earlier diagnosis and more personalized treatment selection. What still limits clinical adoption? Read more: www.emjreviews.com/en-us/amj/rh...

Artificial Intelligence in Rheumatoid Arthritis Reshapes Care

Discover how artificial intelligence in rheumatoid arthritis improves diagnosis, imaging, and tailored therapy.

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Newborn blood spots are offering a window into early chemical exposure. Higher levels of several PFAS were associated with increased odds of childhood acute lymphoblastic leukemia, highlighting the need to examine both legacy and replacement chemicals. Read more: www.emjreviews.com/en-us/amj/on...

PFAS Exposure and Childhood Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia Risk

Discover how neonatal blood spots link PFAS exposure and childhood acute lymphoblastic leukemia. Read more on AMJ.

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AI is reshaping rheumatoid arthritis care. From detecting subclinical inflammation to predicting treatment response, emerging models could support earlier diagnosis and more personalized treatment selection. What still limits clinical adoption? Read more: www.emjreviews.com/en-us/amj/rh...

Artificial Intelligence in Rheumatoid Arthritis Reshapes Care

Discover how artificial intelligence in rheumatoid arthritis improves diagnosis, imaging, and tailored therapy.

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Newborn blood spots are offering a window into early chemical exposure. Higher levels of several PFAS were associated with increased odds of childhood acute lymphoblastic leukemia, highlighting the need to examine both legacy and replacement chemicals. Read more: www.emjreviews.com/en-us/amj/on...

PFAS Exposure and Childhood Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia Risk

Discover how neonatal blood spots link PFAS exposure and childhood acute lymphoblastic leukemia. Read more on AMJ.

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Could meal timing support cognitive health? In a pilot trial, older women following an 8 to 9 hour eating window showed improved working memory, problem solving, and spatial planning, despite similar weight loss between groups. Read more: www.emjreviews.com/en-us/amj/ne...

Time-Restricted Eating Preserves Cognitive Function in Adults

Discover how time-restricted eating may preserve cognitive function in older adults. Read more on the latest clinical trial results.

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Did you read our #AAD2026 cutaneous oncology write-up? Explore the latest advances in AI-supported risk stratification, circulating tumor DNA, and neoadjuvant immunotherapy for cutaneous squamous cell carcinoma and Merkel cell carcinoma. Read more: www.emjreviews.com/en-us/amj/de...

Updates in Cutaneous Oncology from the 2026 AAD Annual Meeting: A Focus on Cutaneous Squamous Cell Carcinoma and Merkel Cell Carcinoma

THE AMERICAN Academy of Dermatology (AAD) Annual Meeting represents the largest gathering of leaders in dermatology each year...

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Adult risk models may overlook important factors in pediatric surgical site infections. New findings highlight longer hospital stays, higher readmission rates, and the need for pediatric specific prevention strategies. www.emjreviews.com/en-us/amj/mi...

Pediatric Surgical Site Infections Challenge Adult Risk Models

Language differences may influence pediatric surgical site infections and postoperative outcomes. Read more about the findings.

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Can cosmetic surgery trigger scarring hair loss years later? A systematic review highlights cases of lichen planopilaris following hair transplantation and facial procedures. www.emjreviews.com/en-us/amj/de...

Lichen Planopilaris May Follow Cosmetic Surgery

Lichen planopilaris may emerge years after hair transplantation or facial surgery. Read more about the findings and clinical implications.

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Could a sleep apnea implant support cardiovascular health? Hypoglossal nerve stimulation was linked to fewer new diabetes and hypertension diagnoses after 2 years. Further research is needed. www.emjreviews.com/en-us/amj/re...

Sleep Apnea Implant Shows Potential Cardiovascular Benefits

Hypoglossal nerve stimulation may reduce long-term diabetes and hypertension incidence in sleep apnea. Read more about the findings.

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Could artificial sweeteners affect long-term brain health? High intake was associated with a 62% faster rate of global cognitive decline, equivalent to approximately 1.6 additional years of cognitive aging. Read the findings: www.emjreviews.com/en-us/amj/ne...

High Artificial Sweetener Intake Linked to Cognitive Decline

Find out more about how daily low-calorie sweetener consumption is associated with accelerated cognitive decline and brain aging in adults.

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1 in 5 people worldwide will develop cancer during their lifetime. New global statistics reveal 20.6 million diagnoses in 2024, and project annual cases could rise 67% by 2050. Explore the implications for cancer prevention and screening: www.emjreviews.com/en-us/amj/on...

Global Cancer Statistics Reveal Surging Lifetime Risks

Discover the latest global cancer statistics detailing incidence, mortality trends, and long-term projections. Click to read more.

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Autoimmune disease may carry an overlooked cardiac burden. An analysis of more than 1 million people links systemic autoimmune conditions, particularly rheumatoid arthritis and systemic sclerosis, to higher rates of arrhythmias and conduction disorders. www.emjreviews.com/en-us/amj/rh...

Elevated Risk of Cardiac Arrhythmias in Autoimmune Diseases

Read more to find out how systemic autoimmune diseases increase the risk of cardiac arrhythmias and conduction disorders in adults.

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Four organs. One landmark operation. A 36-year-old with cystic fibrosis received retransplanted lungs, a liver, and a kidney in a historic U.S. first. Discover how the procedure was achieved: www.emjreviews.com/en-us/amj/re... #TransplantMedicine #Respiratory

Historic Quadruple Organ Transplant Marks U.S. First

A quadruple organ transplant replaced two lungs, a liver, and a kidney in a critically ill woman. Read more about the complex procedure.

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A record U.S. cyclosporiasis outbreak is testing clinical vigilance. With prolonged or recurring watery diarrhea, routine stool testing may miss the parasitic infection. Explore the diagnostic considerations for HCPs: www.emjreviews.com/en-us/amj/mi... #MedSky #InfectiousDiseases

Record U.S. Cyclosporiasis Outbreak Demands Urgent Clinical Vigilance

A historic cyclosporiasis outbreak is surging across America. Read more to discover how to support your patients.

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Can social media turn scrolling into safer sun habits? ☀️ An Instagram campaign increased sun safety awareness among young adults and was associated with greater use of protective behaviors. Read the findings: www.emjreviews.com/en-us/amj/de... #Dermatology #SkinCancer

How Social Media Sun Safety Messages Reach Young Adults

A campus social media campaign increased sun safety awareness and was associated with protective behaviors. Read more.

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Problematic alcohol use may leave a lasting mark well into midlife. Twin data link persistent use with poorer physical health, depression, sleep problems, and lower life satisfaction. Remission was associated with more favorable outcomes. Link: www.emjreviews.com/en-us/amj/ne... #amjNeurology

Twin Study Reveals Lasting Impact of Problematic Alcohol Use

Problematic alcohol use patterns may be negatively associated with health outcomes in mid-life. Read more on AMJ.

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🦠⏱️ After exposure, timing matters. AMJ explores the COVID-19 prevention gap in households and high-contact settings, where testing delays can affect post-exposure care. This article was funded by an unrestricted educational grant from Shionogi Inc. (U.S.). www.emjreviews.com/en-us/amj/mi...

After Exposure, Then What? Closing the COVID-19 Prevention Gap

During a recent webinar, two leading experts discussed the ongoing impact of COVID-19, including transmission, hospitalizations, and risk...

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🤰💻 Digital pregnancy tool shows limits. A web-based intervention showed no added reduction in STI risk or substance use versus a matched control. www.emjreviews.com/en-us/amj/mi... #AMJMicroID #Pregnancy

Digital Tool Does Not Reduce Pregnancy STI Risk

Read more about a pregnancy trial testing a web-based intervention for STI risk and substance use.

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🫁⚖️ Donation ethics under scrutiny. New recommendations outline safeguards for organ donation after assisted dying, including consent, team separation, and transplant trust. www.emjreviews.com/en-us/amj/re... #AMJRespiratory #Transplant

Organ Donation Ethics Face New Scrutiny

Organ donation following MAiD needs clear safeguards. Read more.

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🧴📸 Skin cancer imaging gains clarity. New consensus supports CT imaging for higher risk localized cutaneous squamous cell carcinoma staging and surveillance. www.emjreviews.com/en-us/amj/de... #AMJDermatology #SkinCancer

Cutaneous Squamous Cell Carcinoma Imaging Gains Clarity

Cutaneous squamous cell carcinoma imaging guidance may standardize staging and surveillance. Read more.

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🌍⚽ FIFA readiness starts before symptoms. A new @americanmedicaljournal.com feature by NYC Health + Hospital explores how a biopreparedness map links global outbreaks to local planning for special pathogens. www.emjreviews.com/en-us/amj/mi... #AMJMicroID @drsyramadad.bsky.social

FIFA Readiness and Special Pathogens

Explore how a biopreparedness map can strengthen special pathogens readiness, mass gathering planning, and frontline outbreak response...

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Vaccine perceptions predicted HPV vaccination intentions more strongly than emotional messaging in Gen Z students. Read more: www.emjreviews.com/en-us/amj/mi...

Why Gen Z HPV Vaccination Intentions Stall

Vaccine perceptions predicted HPV vaccination intentions more strongly than emotional messaging in Gen Z students. Read more.

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