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ESC 2025: The largest cardiology congress was groundbreaking this year
At the turn of August and September, this year’s European Society of Cardiology (ESC) Congress and the World Congress of Cardiology took place in Madrid in both in-person and virtual formats. According to ESC Communications Committee Chair Prof. Felix Mahfoud, it was groundbreaking. As he stated, “cardiology has never been so dynamic, interdisciplinary, and patient-centered.” The focus was on the impact of cardiovascular diseases on global health.
Misuse of Over-the-Counter Medicines: Drugs Are Not Candies
Self-medication is a common strategy among Czechs when dealing with minor health issues. However, many patients are unaware that even over-the-counter (OTC) drugs can be harmful if misused. The State…
Does Medical Cannabis Relieve Chronic Pain?
Interest in medical cannabis has grown sharply in recent years, yet scientific evidence of its actual effectiveness in managing pain remains inconclusive. Physicians often face a dilemma on how to…
AI Companions May Help – or Harm – Teenagers
AI companions are quickly becoming a part of teenage life. A new U.S. study shows that over half of teens use them—mostly out of curiosity or for entertainment. But the research also highlights…
Enzyme Replacement Therapy May Improve Hearing in ENPP1 Deficiency
ENPP1 (ectonucleotide pyrophosphatase/phosphodiesterase 1) deficiency is a rare but devastating genetic disorder that affects bone and vascular health. Around half of affected children die within the…
Does Neonatal BCG Vaccination Help Prevent Asthma?
Asthma is a widespread condition that can significantly impact quality of life, and despite advances in treatment, it remains a major public health concern. Preventing asthma remains one of the…
AI in Clinical Dermatology? New Model Supports Diagnosis
Skin conditions affect up to 70% of the global population. Fast and accurate diagnosis is therefore crucial for timely treatment and reducing the burden on healthcare systems. A new multimodal…
Ketchup Has a Long History – and Was Originally Intended as Medicine
Behind the globally consumed condiment generating billions in sales lies a story full of radical twists. Ketchup rose to popularity thanks to the alleged medicinal properties of tomatoes, hygiene…
Pancreatic Cancer Vaccines – A New Hope in Oncology
Ductal adenocarcinoma of the pancreas remains one of the most lethal malignancies, with a global 5-year survival rate below 10% and a median recurrence-free survival of less than 14 months after…
Does It Matter Which Arm You Use for a Booster Shot?
The arm you choose for a booster vaccination might actually matter. A study published in the journal Cell provides evidence that the immune system mounts a more effective response when the booster is…
New Imaging Probe Lights Up Brain Tumors
A promising innovation in tumor visualization using fatty acid uptake has been introduced by a team led by scientists from the University of Missouri. The imaging probe, FA-ICG, could help doctors…
What Are Physicians’ Nutrition Competencies Around the World?
Nutrition plays a fundamental role in the prevention and treatment of non-communicable diseases. Yet many physicians lack the necessary knowledge and confidence to apply it effectively in clinical…
Different Dietary Components Alter Gut Microbiota. What Does That Mean for Immunity?
The gut “microzoo” is highly diverse, influenced by many factors. Today, it’s well recognized that our diet shapes the composition of our microbiota, and this receives increasing attention. What’s often...
“Clinical Bites” – Research Highlights 2025/28
Here are the first refreshing September updates from across medical fields, covering topics such as transplantation of genetically modified allogeneic cells, factors influencing the success of…
AI Could Transform Cancer Treatment by Precisely Identifying Tumor Cells
A new artificial intelligence tool called AAnet, developed and tested by researchers led by the Garvan Institute of Medical Research, focuses on the cellular diversity within individual tumors.…
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