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NIH researchers discover pain-relieving drug with minimal addictive properties
Positive safety profile of novel drug compound is surprise for class of synthetic opioids shelved years ago. Read More
Dr. Elisabeth Armstrong named NIH Chief of Staff
She will provide strategic counsel to the NIH Director and other key leaders within NIH, in addition to managing process, operations, and… Read More
NIH awards top scientific teams for innovations linking nutrition and autoimmune disease
Competition sought bold ideas to better understand how dietary interventions could influence disease onset and symptom management. Read More
Chronic inflammation leaves long-lasting impression on gut stem cells, increasing colorectal cancer risk
NIH-funded animal study finds heritable memories of damage persisted in cells months after inflammation ceased. Read More
Ministro Schillaci: Effettuati 4.697 trapianti nel 2025, si tratta del numero più alto di sempre in Italia
Data ultimo aggiornamento: 2026-03-24 Read More
24 marzo 2026 – Giornata mondiale della tubercolosi
Data ultimo aggiornamento: 2026-03-24 Read More
Embracing Bayesian Methods in Clinical Trials
This Perspective discusses the importance of the US Food and Drug Administration’s draft guidance on the use of bayesian methods… Read More
Management of Hypertension in Adults
This JAMA Clinical Guidelines Synopsis summarizes the American College of Cardiology/American Heart Association 2025 guideline on prevention, detection, evaluation, and… Read More
Resistant Hypertension: A Review
This narrative review summarizes current evidence on the epidemiology, pathophysiology, clinical presentation, and management of resistant hypertension. Read More
Weight loss drug Ozempic cuts depression, anxiety, and addiction risk
GLP-1 medications like semaglutide (Ozempic) may offer unexpected mental health benefits alongside weight loss. A large study found major drops… Read More
New pill cuts “bad” cholesterol by 60% in major trial
A new pill, enlicitide, reduced LDL (“bad”) cholesterol by about 60% in a large clinical trial, matching the power of… Read More
New AI tool predicts cancer spread with surprising accuracy
Researchers have discovered that cancer spread isn’t random—it follows a kind of biological “program.” By studying colon tumor cells, they… Read More
[Articles] Proton beam therapy for oropharyngeal cancer (TORPEdO): a phase 3, randomised controlled trial
IMPT and IMRT had similar late physical quality of life scores, gastrostomy-tube dependence, local control, and overall survival. In health-care… Read More
[Comment] Proton therapy for oropharyngeal cancer: survival, toxicity, and functional outcomes
Definitive chemoradiotherapy remains the cornerstone of treatment for locally advanced oropharyngeal squamous-cell carcinoma. The transition from 3D conformal radiotherapy to… Read More
These “forever chemicals” could be weakening kids’ bones for life
“Forever chemicals” may be affecting kids in ways that last a lifetime. A new study links early PFAS exposure to… Read More
[Comment] Understanding where people with tuberculosis seek care to serve them better
In an ideal scenario, someone with chronic cough, fever, and weight loss would promptly seek care at a public tuberculosis… Read More
Focal Point italiano di EFSA informa su due nuovi bandi
Data pubblicazione: 2026-03-20 Read More
Communicable disease threats report, 14 – 20 March 2026, week 12
This issue of the ECDC Communicable Disease Threats Report (CDTR) covers the period 14 -20 March 2026 and includes updates… Read More
Screening oncologici e salute mentale: a Palermo un evento per conoscere i progetti del Programma Nazionale Equità nella Salute
Data pubblicazione: 2026-03-20 Read More
Programma Nazionale Equità nella Salute: ambulatori di prossimità e rete territoriale contro la povertà sanitaria a Lecce
Data pubblicazione: 2026-03-20 Read More
Ultra-processed foods linked to 67% higher risk of heart attack and stroke
Eating large amounts of ultra-processed foods like chips, frozen meals, sugary drinks, and packaged snacks may significantly raise the risk… Read More
Could Lithium Treat Alzheimer Disease?
This Medical News story discusses recent research about the possible use of lithium as an Alzheimer disease treatment, including a… Read More
Belly fat linked to heart failure risk even in people with normal weight
Carrying extra fat around the waist may be more dangerous than the number on the scale suggests. Researchers found that… Read More
The best strength training plan might be simpler than you think
New strength training guidelines emphasize that doing any resistance training is what truly matters. Based on decades of research, experts… Read More
The surprising cancer link between cats and humans
Scientists have mapped the genetics of cancer in cats for the first time at scale, uncovering major overlaps with human… Read More
National Health Prevention Hub. Avviso pubblico per la presentazione e selezione di progetti da finanziare nell’ambito del PNRR
Data ultimo aggiornamento: 2026-03-18 Read More
NIH invests $150 million in human-based research to reduce use of animal models
New program will develop, validate and standardize research tools to develop more sophisticated and relevant models of disease. Read More
NIH invests $115 million in human-based research to reduce use of animal models
New program will develop, validate and standardize research tools to develop more sophisticated and relevant models of disease. Read More
Your daily coffee may be protecting your brain, 43-year study finds
Your morning coffee or tea could be quietly supporting your brain health. A long-term study found that moderate consumption of… Read More
New drug protects liver after intestinal surgery and boosts nutrient absorption
A risky but often lifesaving surgery that removes damaged parts of the small intestine can leave patients facing a new… Read More
Treatment of Helicobacter pylori Infection
This JAMA Clinical Guidelines Synopsis summarizes the American College of Gastroenterology’s 2024 guideline on treatment of Helicobacter pylori infection. Read More
Scientists finally reveal how this Alzheimer’s drug really works
A key Alzheimer’s drug has finally revealed its secret. Researchers discovered that lecanemab works by activating the brain’s immune cells—but… Read More
Restrictive vs Liberal Physical Restraint Strategies in Critically Ill Patients
This randomized clinical trial examines the effect of a low-use vs high-use physical restraint strategy in critically ill patients receiving… Read More
Clinical trial results support use of weekly extended-release buprenorphine for treatment of opioid use disorder during pregnancy
NIH-supported study shows this treatment resulted in higher rates of illicit opioid abstinence than current standard of care. Read More
Just 24 minutes of specially designed music could significantly reduce anxiety
A clinical trial found that listening to specially designed music with auditory beat stimulation can significantly reduce anxiety. Among several… Read More
Fixing a tooth infection may improve blood sugar and heart health
A new clinical study suggests that successful root canal treatment may benefit more than just dental health. Patients treated for… Read More
Five Big Ideas to Improve the Care of the Critically Ill Patient
In this JAMA film, Derek C. Angus, MD, MPH, of the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine and a JAMA… Read More
Millions of kids take melatonin but doctors are raising red flags
Melatonin is now widely used to help children sleep, but scientists say the enthusiasm may be getting ahead of the… Read More
Scientists tested vitamin D for COVID and found an unexpected long COVID clue
A major clinical trial has delivered an unexpected twist in the search for ways to fight COVID-19 and its lingering… Read More
How often do people really fart? Scientists built smart underwear to find out
Researchers have created “Smart Underwear,” a wearable device that measures flatulence by detecting hydrogen produced by gut microbes. Early tests… Read More