Sharon Smith

Secukinumab treatment reduces bone erosion volume and enhances partial healing of erosions in patients with psoriatic arthritis, according to results from a randomized controlled trial. Medscape Medical News source https://www.medscape.com/viewarticle/secukinumab-may-protect-against-bone-erosion-psa-2025a100084p?src=rss

Survey shows that depression and anxiety are reported by more than half of patients newly diagnosed with lymphoma or myeloma. Medscape Medical News source https://www.medscape.com/viewarticle/blood-cancer-blues-can-dx-take-toll-mental-health-2025a100084g?src=rss

Broad-based skin cancer screening may strain healthcare resources and lead to overdiagnosis, but it may also help catch more skin cancers earlier. Experts debate the pros and cons. Medscape Medical News source https://www.medscape.com/viewarticle/population-vs-tailored-skin-cancer-screening-which-best-2025a100084a?src=rss

Moderately hypofractionated and conventionally fractionated radiotherapy demonstrate similar efficacy, but one hypofractionated approach has a better toxicity profile. Medscape Medical News source https://www.medscape.com/viewarticle/radiotherapy-prostate-cancer-what-approach-works-best-2025a100083y?src=rss

No increased risk for new-onset T2D was found after mild SARS-CoV-2 infection in a multiethnic Asian cohort during the Omicron or Delta wave, particularly among fully vaccinated individuals. Medscape Medical News source https://www.medscape.com/viewarticle/no-rise-t2d-risk-after-mild-covid-19-vaccinated-adults-2025a1000801?src=rss

Virtual nursing programs leverage technology, enhance access, and improve efficiency to revolutionize patient care. Medscape Medical News source https://www.medscape.com/viewarticle/virtual-nursing-programs-are-transforming-patient-care-2025a10007zt?src=rss

A 4:3 nonconsecutive intermittent fasting regimen was more tolerable and yielded somewhat greater weight loss at 1 year than daily caloric restriction. Medscape Medical News source https://www.medscape.com/viewarticle/intermittent-fasting-outperforms-daily-calorie-cutting-2025a10007vw?src=rss

A recent study shows that primary care physicians often initiate multiple medications simultaneously despite limited supporting evidence, with notable variations across prescribers and institutions. Medscape Medical News source https://www.medscape.com/viewarticle/multiple-drug-initiations-common-despite-limited-evidence-2025a10007vu?src=rss

The use of systemic hormonal contraceptives may be associated with an elevated risk for allergic rhinitis, a recent study shows. Medscape Medical News source https://www.medscape.com/viewarticle/hormonal-contraceptives-and-allergies-there-link-2025a10007vg?src=rss

By addressing this often-underappreciated dietary factor, physicians can promote awareness and healthier eating habits, ultimately contributing to improved colorectal health among their patients. Medscape Medical News source https://www.medscape.com/viewarticle/dont-overlook-processed-meat-colorectal-cancer-risk-factor-2025a10007vd?src=rss

Approval was based on improved survival outcomes vs platinum-based chemotherapy as demonstrated in the phase 3 NIAGARA study. Medscape Medical News source https://www.medscape.com/viewarticle/fda-okays-perioperative-durvalumab-regimen-muscle-invasive-2025a10007rs?src=rss

Teamwork and systematic follow-up strategies among interdisciplinary staff can improve patient engagement and appointment regularity for chronic conditions in primary care clinics. Medscape Medical News source https://www.medscape.com/viewarticle/staff-teamwork-may-aid-regular-patient-follow-primary-care-2025a10007qq?src=rss